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Fail State

7.020181h 34mMovieDocumentary

This in-depth documentary explores the dark side of American higher education, exposing predatory for-profit colleges and the tactics they use to defraud students and the government.

DirectorAlex Shebanow

WriterNicholas Adams

ProducersJulia Glausi·Dan Rather

Where to watch

Hoopla

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alex Shebanow

Maxine Waters

Tom Harkin

Claiborne Pell

Self (archive footage)

Ted Kennedy

Self (archive footage)

Barack Obama

Self (archive footage)

Elizabeth Warren

Elizabeth Warren

Self (archive footage)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage)

Alcee L. Hastings

Alcee L. Hastings

Self (archive footage)

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Fail State — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fail State?

Fail State is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fail State on Netflix?

No, Fail State is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Fail State on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Fail State isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Fail State for free?

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