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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

7.620211h 54mMovieDocumentary

Oliver Sacks: His Own Life explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller, as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only…

DirectorRic Burns
ProducersKathryn Clinard·Bonnie Lafave

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ric Burns

OSOliver Sacks
Oliver Sacks
Self (archive footage)
AG
Atul Gawande
Self
TGTemple Grandin
Temple Grandin
Self
CK
Christof Koch
Self
RC
Roberto Calasso
Self
KE
Kate Edgar
Self
SF
Shane Fistell
Self
LH
Lowell Handler
Self
BH
Bill Hayes
Self
MH
Mark Homonoff
Self
AH
Anna Horovitz
Self

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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Oliver Sacks: His Own Life?

Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Oliver Sacks: His Own Life on Netflix?

No, Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Oliver Sacks: His Own Life on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Oliver Sacks: His Own Life for free?

Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is available on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Oliver Sacks: His Own Life based on a true story?

Yes — Oliver Sacks: His Own Life is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).