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Killer of Sheep

6.619781h 20mMovieDrama

An African-American man working at a slaughterhouse in the Watts area of Los Angeles leads a dissatisfied and listless existence.

DirectorCharles Burnett
WriterCharles Burnett
ProducerCharles Burnett

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Cast · Directed by Charles Burnett

HSHenry G. Sanders
Henry G. Sanders
Stan
KMKaycee Moore
Kaycee Moore
Stan's Wife
CB
Charles Bracy
Bracy
AB
Angela Burnett
Stan's Daughter
EC
Eugene Cherry
Eugene
JD
Jack Drummond
Stan's Son

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Killer of Sheep — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Killer of Sheep?

Killer of Sheep is streaming on Criterion Channel and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Killer of Sheep on Netflix?

No, Killer of Sheep is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Hoopla.

Is Killer of Sheep on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Killer of Sheep isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Killer of Sheep for free?

Killer of Sheep is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.