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California Typewriter

6.920171h 43mMovieDocumentary

A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard, David McCullough and others.

DirectorDoug Nichol
ProducersJohn Benet·Doug Nichol

Where to watch

tvotvo
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Doug Nichol

THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Self
SSSam Shepard
Sam Shepard
Self
DMDavid McCullough
David McCullough
Self
JMJohn Mayer
John Mayer
Self
SA
Silvi Alcivar
Self
KA
Ken Alexander
Self
MH
Martin Howard
Self
JM
Jeremy Mayer
Self
HP
Herbert Permillion
Self
RP
Richard Polt
Self
DW
Darren Wershler
Self
MW
Mason Williams
Self

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California Typewriter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams California Typewriter?

California Typewriter is streaming on tvo in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is California Typewriter on Netflix?

No, California Typewriter is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on tvo.

Is California Typewriter on Amazon Prime Video?

No, California Typewriter isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on tvo instead.

Where can I watch California Typewriter for free?

California Typewriter is available to stream free (with ads) on tvo in Canada.