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Coach Carter

7.620052h 16mPGMovieDramaHistory

Based on a true story, in which Richmond High School head basketball coach Ken Carter made headlines in 1999 for benching his undefeated team due to poor academic results.

DirectorThomas Carter
WritersMark Schwahn·John Gatins
ProducersThomas Carter·Van Toffler

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Cast · Directed by Thomas Carter

SJSamuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson
Ken Carter
RBRob Brown
Rob Brown
Kenyon Stone
RRRobert Ri'chard
Robert Ri'chard
Damien Carter
RGRick Gonzalez
Rick Gonzalez
Timo Cruz
NGNana Gbewonyo
Nana Gbewonyo
Junior Battle
ATAntwon Tanner
Antwon Tanner
Worm
CTChanning Tatum
Channing Tatum
Jason Lyle
AAshanti
Ashanti
Kyra
TBTexas Battle
Texas Battle
Maddux
DDDenise Dowse
Denise Dowse
Principal Garrison
DMDebbi Morgan
Debbi Morgan
Tonya
MWMel Winkler
Mel Winkler
Coach White

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Coach Carter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Coach Carter?

Coach Carter is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ and Paramount Plus Premium in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Coach Carter on Netflix?

No, Coach Carter is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus and Paramount+.

Is Coach Carter on Amazon Prime Video?

Coach Carter isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Coach Carter for free?

Coach Carter is available on Paramount Plus and Paramount+ in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Coach Carter based on a true story?

Yes — Coach Carter is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).