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Gene Boy Came Home

200725m14AMovieDocumentary

A portrait of Eugene "Gene Boy" Benedict from Odanak Indian Reserve near Montreal, Quebec. At 17, adrift and beginning to lose his way, he accepted a dare and enlisted in the US Marines – and was sent to the frontlines of the Vietnam War.

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Cast · Directed by Alanis Obomsawin

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Gene Boy Came Home — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gene Boy Came Home?

Gene Boy Came Home is streaming on NFB and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Gene Boy Came Home on Netflix?

No, Gene Boy Came Home is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on NFB and Tubi TV.

Is Gene Boy Came Home on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Gene Boy Came Home isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch Gene Boy Came Home for free?

Gene Boy Came Home is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB and Tubi TV in Canada.