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Cottonland

200653mMovieDocumentary

In this feature-length documentary, photographer Nance Ackerman describes the havoc prescription painkiller OxyContin wreaked in the already weakened Cape Breton town of Glace Bay. The film guides us through a culture of economic and…

DirectorNance Ackerman
WritersNance Ackerman·Eddie Buchanan
ProducersAnnette Clarke·Kent Martin

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NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nance Ackerman

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Eddie Buchanan

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Cottonland — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cottonland?

Cottonland is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cottonland on Netflix?

No, Cottonland is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Cottonland on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Cottonland for free?

Cottonland is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.