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Native Son

5.519511h 44mNRMovieDrama

In 1940s Chicago, a young black man takes a job as a chauffeur to a white family, which takes a turn for the worse when he accidentally kills the teenage daughter of the couple and then tries to cover it up.

DirectorPierre Chenal
WriterPierre Chenal
ProducersWalter Gould·Jaime Prades

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Pierre Chenal

RWRichard Wright
Richard Wright
Bigger Thomas
JWJean Wallace
Jean Wallace
Mary Dalton
GM
Gloria Madison
Bessie Mears
NJNicholas Joy
Nicholas Joy
Henry Dalton
WCWilla Pearl Curtis
Willa Pearl Curtis
Mrs. Hannah Thomas
RR
Ruth Robert
Helen Dalton
CCCharles Cane
Charles Cane
Det. Britten
GG
George D. Green
Panama
GRGeorge Rigaud
George Rigaud
Ralph Farley
GM
Gene Michael
Jan Herlone
CL
Cecile Lezard
Peggy

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Native Son — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Native Son?

Native Son is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Native Son on Netflix?

No, Native Son is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Native Son on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Native Son isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Native Son for free?

Native Son is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.