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On the Bowery

6.719571h 5mMovieDocumentaryDrama

A mix of documentary and scripted footage on the Bowery, New York City's skid row. Against a backdrop of men (and a few women) drinking in bars, talking and arguing, and sleeping on sidewalks, we have the story of Ray.

DirectorLionel Rogosin
WritersRichard Bagley·Mark Sufrin
ProducersRichard Bagley·Mark Sufrin

Where to watch

HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lionel Rogosin

RS
Ray Salyer
Self
GH
Gorman Hendricks
Self
FM
Frank Matthews
Self
GB
George L. Bolton
Self - Minister, Bowery Mission (uncredited)

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On the Bowery — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams On the Bowery?

On the Bowery is streaming on Hoopla in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is On the Bowery on Netflix?

No, On the Bowery is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is On the Bowery on Amazon Prime Video?

No, On the Bowery isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch On the Bowery for free?

On the Bowery is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.