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By Our Selves

5.420151h 20mMovieDocumentaryDrama

Andrew Kötting's film retraces John Clare's journey from Epping Forest to Northamptonshire accompanied by a straw bear.

DirectorAndrew Kötting
ProducerAndrew Kötting

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DocAlliance FilmsDocAlliance Films
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Andrew Kötting

TJToby Jones
Toby Jones
John Clare
FJFreddie Jones
Freddie Jones
Himself
ISIain Sinclair
Iain Sinclair
Himself
AMAlan Moore
Alan Moore
Himself
SK
Simon Kövesi
Himself
M
MacGillivray
Mary
EK
Eden Kötting
Dorothy
AKAndrew Kötting
Andrew Kötting
Straw Bear
AZAndrea Luka Zimmerman
Andrea Luka Zimmerman
Themself

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By Our Selves — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams By Our Selves?

By Our Selves is streaming on DocAlliance Films in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is By Our Selves on Netflix?

No, By Our Selves is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on DocAlliance Films.

Is By Our Selves on Amazon Prime Video?

No, By Our Selves isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch By Our Selves for free?

By Our Selves is available on DocAlliance Films in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.