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I Am Somebody

7.0197030mMovieDocumentary

Madeline Anderson’s documentary brings viewers to the front lines of the civil rights movement during the 1969 Charleston hospital workers’ strike, when 400 poorly paid Black women went on strike to demand union recognition and a wage…

DirectorMadeline Anderson
ProducersMoe Foner·Madeline Anderson

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Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelOVIDOVIDHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Madeline Anderson

RARalph Abernathy
Ralph Abernathy
Self
CKCoretta Scott King
Coretta Scott King
Self
AYAndrew Young
Andrew Young
Self
CB
Claire Brown
Self - Narrator

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I Am Somebody — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams I Am Somebody?

I Am Somebody is streaming on Criterion Channel, OVID and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is I Am Somebody on Netflix?

No, I Am Somebody is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and OVID.

Is I Am Somebody on Amazon Prime Video?

No, I Am Somebody isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and OVID instead.

Where can I watch I Am Somebody for free?

I Am Somebody is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.