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Blaze

6.320182h 9mRMovieDramaMusicHistory

Inspired by the life of Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw country movement that spawned the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three periods in Blaze's life, exploring his love…

DirectorEthan Hawke
WritersSybil Rosen·Ethan Hawke
ProducersAdam Sonnenfeld·Ryan Hawke

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ethan Hawke

BDBen Dickey
Ben Dickey
Blaze Foley
ASAlia Shawkat
Alia Shawkat
Sybil Rosen
JHJosh Hamilton
Josh Hamilton
Zee
LJ
Lloyd Teddy Johnson Jr.
Concho January
CSCharlie Sexton
Charlie Sexton
Townes Van Zant
WRWyatt Russell
Wyatt Russell
Glyn
JLJenn Lyon
Jenn Lyon
Cinnamon
RMRitchie Montgomery
Ritchie Montgomery
T J
GM
Gurf Morlix
Himself
DKDavid Kallaway
David Kallaway
Dennis
JSJonathan Marc Sherman
Jonathan Marc Sherman
Sam
JC
Jean Carlot
Jeannette

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Blaze — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Blaze?

Blaze is streaming on Criterion Channel and Hoopla in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Blaze on Netflix?

No, Blaze is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Hoopla.

Is Blaze on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Blaze isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Blaze for free?

Blaze is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.

Is Blaze based on a true story?

Yes — Blaze is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).