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The Human Element

6.520181h 16mMovieDocumentary

For 35 years, Boulder-based photographer James Balog (Chasing Ice) has broken new conceptual and artistic ground on one of the most important issues of our era: human modification of our planet’s natural systems. Now, feeling an urgent…

DirectorMatthew Testa

WritersLyman Smith·Matthew Testa

ProducersJames Balog·Olivia Ahnemann

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Matthew Testa

James Balog

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The Human Element — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Human Element?

The Human Element isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Human Element on Netflix?

No, The Human Element is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.

Is The Human Element on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Human Element for free?

The Human Element isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.