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The Man Who Tried to Feed the World

202052mMovieDocumentary

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World recounts the story of Norman Borlaug, a man who not only solved India's famine problem but would go on to lead a "Green Revolution" of worldwide agriculture programs estimated to have saved one billion…

DirectorRob Rapley
WriterRob Rapley
ProducersJamila Wignot·Rob Rapley

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rob Rapley

NBNorman Borlaug
Norman Borlaug
himself
MMMichael Murphy
Michael Murphy
narrator

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The Man Who Tried to Feed the World — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Man Who Tried to Feed the World?

The Man Who Tried to Feed the World is streaming on PBS Documentaries in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Man Who Tried to Feed the World on Netflix?

No, The Man Who Tried to Feed the World is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries.

Is The Man Who Tried to Feed the World on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Man Who Tried to Feed the World isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries instead.

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The Man Who Tried to Feed the World is available on PBS Documentaries in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.