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The James Dean Story

5.619571h 21mMovieDocumentary

Released two years after James Dean's death, this documentary chronicles his short life and career via black-and-white still photographs, interviews with the aunt and uncle who raised him, his paternal grandparents, a New York City…

DirectorsGeorge W. George·Robert Altman
WriterStewart Stern
ProducersRobert Altman·George W. George

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by George W. George

JDJames Dean
James Dean
Self (archive footage)
MGMartin Gabel
Martin Gabel
Narrator
LB
Lew Bracker
Self
MC
Marvin Carter
Self
PD
Patsy D'Amore
Self
CD
Charles Dean
Self
ED
Emma Dean
Self
LL
Louis de Liso
Self
AMArlene Martel
Arlene Martel
Self
LK
Lili Kardell
Self
CWChristine White
Christine White
Self
CWClint Walker
Clint Walker
Self

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The James Dean Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The James Dean Story?

The James Dean Story is streaming on FlixFling, Artiflix and Hoopla in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The James Dean Story on Netflix?

No, The James Dean Story is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on FlixFling and Artiflix.

Is The James Dean Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The James Dean Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on FlixFling and Artiflix instead.

Where can I watch The James Dean Story for free?

The James Dean Story is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.