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Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues

20221h 30mNRMovieDocumentaryMusic

The story of James Cotton, harmonica powerhouse, whose music shaped blues and rock. Orphaned at 9, Cotton’s life tracks America’s history—from the post-depression cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta to being mentored by the original…

DirectorBestor Cram
WriterMike Majoros
ProducersBestor Cram·Judy Laster

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Cast · Directed by Bestor Cram

JC
James Cotton
Self
TH
Tom Hambridge
Self
BGBuddy Guy
Buddy Guy
Self
JVJimmie Vaughan
Jimmie Vaughan
Self
SMSteve Miller
Steve Miller
Self
BRBobby Rush
Bobby Rush
Self
BB
Billy Branch
Self
AR
Annie Raines
Self
CS
Curtis Salgado
Self
RE
Rick Estrin
Self
BM
Bob Margolin

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Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues?

Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues is streaming on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues on Netflix?

No, Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues for free?

Bonnie Blue: James Cotton's Life in the Blues is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.