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Breakthrough

6.920191h 30mMovieDocumentary

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system…

DirectorBill Haney
WriterBill Haney
ProducerJennifer Pearce

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bill Haney

Woody Harrelson
Woody Harrelson
Narrator (voice)
Jim Allison
Jim Allison
Self

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Breakthrough — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Breakthrough?

Breakthrough is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Breakthrough on Netflix?

No, Breakthrough is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Breakthrough on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Breakthrough isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Breakthrough for free?

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