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Riding the Rails

6.219971h 12mMovieDocumentary

Riding the Rails offers a visionary perspective on the presumed romanticism of the road and cautionary legacy of the Great Depression. The filmmakers relay the experiences and painful recollections of these now-elderly survivors of the…

DirectorsLexy Lovell·Michael Uys

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lexy Lovell

RTRichard Thomas
Richard Thomas
Narrator

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Riding the Rails — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Riding the Rails?

Riding the Rails is streaming on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Riding the Rails on Netflix?

No, Riding the Rails is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla.

Is Riding the Rails on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Riding the Rails isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Riding the Rails for free?

Riding the Rails is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.