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Downey Wrote That

20251h 6mMovieDocumentaryComedy

Exploring the sketches, contributions and influence of Jim Downey, one of the most impactful comedy writers in the history of "Saturday Night Live."

DirectorBrent Hodge
ProducersLorne Michaels·Susan Morrison

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StackTV Amazon ChannelStackTV Amazon ChannelGlobal TVGlobal TV
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Brent Hodge

JDJim Downey
Jim Downey
Self
FAFred Armisen
Fred Armisen
Self
ABAndy Breckman
Andy Breckman
Self
DCDana Carvey
Dana Carvey
Self
GDGreg Daniels
Greg Daniels
Self
WFWill Forte
Will Forte
Self
AFAl Franken
Al Franken
Self
BHBill Hader
Bill Hader
Self
DHDarrell Hammond
Darrell Hammond
Self
DLDavid Letterman
David Letterman
Self
JLJon Lovitz
Jon Lovitz
Self
SMSeth Meyers
Seth Meyers
Self

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Downey Wrote That — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Downey Wrote That?

Downey Wrote That is streaming on StackTV and Global TV in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Downey Wrote That on Netflix?

No, Downey Wrote That is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on StackTV and Global TV.

Is Downey Wrote That on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Downey Wrote That isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on StackTV and Global TV instead.

Where can I watch Downey Wrote That for free?

Downey Wrote That is available to stream free (with ads) on Global TV in Canada.