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The Interrupters

6.820112h 9mNRMovieDocumentary

The Interrupters tells the moving and surprising stories of three Violence Interrupters — former gang members who try to protect their Chicago communities from the violence they once caused.

DirectorSteve James
WriterAlex Kotlowitz
ProducersJustine Nagan·Steve James

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TenkTenkPBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelPBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Steve James

THTio Hardiman
Tio Hardiman
Himself
AMAmeena Matthews
Ameena Matthews
Herself
CWCobe Williams
Cobe Williams
Himself
GSGary Slutkin
Gary Slutkin
Himself
CA
Caprysha Anderson
Herself
EBEddie Bocanegra
Eddie Bocanegra
Himself
"D
"Lil' Mikey" Davis
Himself

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The Interrupters — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Interrupters?

The Interrupters is streaming on Tenk, PBS Documentaries and Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Interrupters on Netflix?

No, The Interrupters is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Tenk and PBS Documentaries.

Is The Interrupters on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Interrupters isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Tenk and PBS Documentaries instead.

Where can I watch The Interrupters for free?

The Interrupters is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.