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Flamin' Hot

7.920231h 39mMovieDramaHistory

The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin' Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.

DirectorEva Longoria
WritersLinda Yvette Chavez·Lewis Colick
ProducersSamuel Rodriguez·David Kern

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoDisney PlusDisney PlusCraveCraveAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsCrave Amazon ChannelCrave Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Eva Longoria

JGJesse Garcia
Jesse Garcia
Richard Montañez
AGAnnie Gonzalez
Annie Gonzalez
Judy Montañez
EREmilio Rivera
Emilio Rivera
Vacho Montañez
VMVanessa Martinez
Vanessa Martinez
Concha Montañez
DHDennis Haysbert
Dennis Haysbert
Clarence C. Baker
TSTony Shalhoub
Tony Shalhoub
Roger Enrico
PSPepe Serna
Pepe Serna
Abuelito
BSBobby Soto
Bobby Soto
Tony Romero
JGJimmy Gonzales
Jimmy Gonzales
Hector Morales
MWMatt Walsh
Matt Walsh
Lonny Mason
CS
Carlos S. Sanchez
Young Richard
HJHunter Jones
Hunter Jones
Lucky Montañez

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Flamin' Hot — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Flamin' Hot?

Flamin' Hot is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus and Crave in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Flamin' Hot on Netflix?

No, Flamin' Hot is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus.

Is Flamin' Hot on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Flamin' Hot is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Flamin' Hot for free?

Flamin' Hot is available on Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Flamin' Hot based on a true story?

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