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Dizzy Gillespie

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This is Les Blank’s earliest music film, focusing on the renown trumpet player, Dizzy Gillespie, who along with Charlie Parker, Thelonius Monk, Sonny Rollins and others sparked the change from traditional Jazz to “Bebop” in mid-1940s…

DirectorLes Blank

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Cast · Directed by Les Blank

DGDizzy Gillespie
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Dizzy Gillespie — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dizzy Gillespie?

Dizzy Gillespie is streaming on Criterion Channel, Stingray and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Dizzy Gillespie on Netflix?

No, Dizzy Gillespie is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Stingray.

Is Dizzy Gillespie on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Dizzy Gillespie isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Stingray instead.

Where can I watch Dizzy Gillespie for free?

Dizzy Gillespie is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.