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The Illinois Parables

6.720161h MovieDocumentaryHistory

From dreamy aerial opening shots, we are sent on an expedition through the storied land of our fifth most populous state, Illinois, often called a miniature version of America. Deborah Stratman’s experimental documentary explores how…

DirectorDeborah Stratman
WriterDeborah Stratman
ProducerDeborah Stratman

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DocAlliance FilmsDocAlliance Films
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Deborah Stratman

CI
C. Felton Jennings II
Himself
AT
Anna Toborg
Herself
JF
Joshua Frieman
Himself
JO
José Oubrerie
Himself
DV
Daniel Verdier
Himself
DGDavid Gatten
David Gatten
Himself

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The Illinois Parables — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Illinois Parables?

The Illinois Parables is streaming on DocAlliance Films in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Illinois Parables on Netflix?

No, The Illinois Parables is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on DocAlliance Films.

Is The Illinois Parables on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Illinois Parables isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch The Illinois Parables for free?

The Illinois Parables is available on DocAlliance Films in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.