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The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young

7.420141h 30mMovieDocumentaryHistory

In its first 25 years only 10 people have finished The Barkley Marathons. Based on a historic prison escape, this cult like race tempts people from around the world to test their limits of physical and mental endurance in this documentary that contemplates the value of pain.

DirectorsAnnika Iltis·Timothy James Kane

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Amazon Prime Video

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Hoopla

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Annika Iltis

Lazarus Lake

Jared Campbell

Self

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The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young?

The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young on Netflix?

No, The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young for free?

The Barkley Marathons: The Race That Eats Its Young is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.