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Motherland

8.020102h 3mMovieDocumentary

Fusing history, culture, politics, and contemporary issues, Motherland sweeps across Africa to tell a new story of a dynamic continent. From the glory and majesty of Africa's past through its complex history. Africa as you have never seen it.

DirectorOwen 'Alik Shahadah
WriterOwen 'Alik Shahadah
ProducersM.K. Asante·Cosby Bikpe

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 3 other countries

Motherland isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Guernsey, United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Owen 'Alik Shahadah

MA
Molefi Kete Asante
Self
HBHarry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte
Self
MK
Maulana Karenga
Self
AMAli Mazrui
Ali Mazrui
Self
JZJacob Zuma
Jacob Zuma
Self
BOBarack Obama
Barack Obama
Self
ES
Esther Stanford
Self
HQ
Hakim Quick
Self
FW
Floyd Webb
Self
MXMalcolm X
Malcolm X
Self (archive footage)
KN
Kwame Nkrumah
Self (archive footage)
ACAmílcar Cabral
Amílcar Cabral
Self (archive footage)

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Motherland — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Motherland?

Motherland isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United Kingdom, Guernsey and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Motherland on Netflix?

No, Motherland is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Motherland on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Motherland isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Motherland for free?

Motherland isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.