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Merkel

7.020221h 37mMovieDocumentary

Driven by extensive archive material and interviews with those who know her, this is the astonishing story of how a triple outsider – a woman, a scientist, and an East German – became the de facto leader of the “Free World”, told for the first time for an international audience.

DirectorEva Weber
ProducersEva Weber·Lizzie Gillett

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Cast · Directed by Eva Weber

AMAngela Merkel
Angela Merkel
Self
CRCondoleezza Rice
Condoleezza Rice
Self
BUBernd Ulrich
Bernd Ulrich
Self
TMThomas de Maizière
Thomas de Maizière
Self
RK
Robert M. Kimmitt
Self
RB
Ralph Bollmann
Self
ME
Melissa Eddy
Self
RARobin Alexander
Robin Alexander
Self
DK
Dirk Kurbjuweit
Self
MSMartin Schulz
Martin Schulz
Self
SM
Simon McDonald
Self
MH
Margaret Heckel
Self

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Merkel — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Merkel?

Merkel is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Merkel on Netflix?

No, Merkel is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Merkel on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Merkel for free?

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

Is Merkel based on a true story?

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