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Half Nelson

6.620061h 47mRMovieDrama

Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey…

DirectorRyan Fleck
WritersRyan Fleck·Anna Boden
ProducersLynette Howell Taylor·Rosanne Korenberg

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Cast · Directed by Ryan Fleck

RGRyan Gosling
Ryan Gosling
Dan Dunne
SEShareeka Epps
Shareeka Epps
Drey
AMAnthony Mackie
Anthony Mackie
Frank
JLJeff Lima
Jeff Lima
Roodly
MCMonique Gabriela Curnen
Monique Gabriela Curnen
Isabel
THTina Holmes
Tina Holmes
Rachel
NCNathan Corbett
Nathan Corbett
Terrance
TK
Tyra Kwao-Vovo
Stacy
RL
Rosemary Ledee
Gina
TWTristan Mack Wilds
Tristan Mack Wilds
Jamal
BS
Bryce Silver
Bernard
KP
Kaela C. Pabon
Lena

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Half Nelson — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Half Nelson?

Half Nelson is streaming on Hoopla, Tubi TV and Pluto TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Half Nelson on Netflix?

No, Half Nelson is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is Half Nelson on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Half Nelson isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch Half Nelson for free?

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