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Catching the Sun

6.820151h 14mMovieDocumentary

An unemployed American worker, a Tea Party activist, and a Chinese solar entrepreneur. But who wins and who loses the battle for power in the 21st century? Through interwoven character dramas spanning the U.S. and China, Catching the Sun…

DirectorShalini Kantayya
ProducersPeter Glatzer·Leonardo DiCaprio

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Catching the Sun — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Catching the Sun?

Catching the Sun isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is Catching the Sun on Netflix?

No, Catching the Sun is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is Catching the Sun on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Catching the Sun isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Catching the Sun for free?

Catching the Sun isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.