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The Murder of Emmett Till

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A documentary examining the 1955 murder of a 14-year-old black boy from Chicago while visiting relatives in Mississippi, and the broad impact of his death, his funeral, and the subsequent trial and acquittal of his accused killers.

DirectorStanley Nelson
WriterMarcia Smith

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Stanley Nelson

ABAndre Braugher
Andre Braugher
Narrator (voice)
MMMamie Till Mobley
Mamie Till Mobley
Self (archive footage)
CBCarolyn Bryant
Carolyn Bryant
Self (archive footage)
RB
Roy Bryant
Self (archive footage)

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The Murder of Emmett Till — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Murder of Emmett Till?

The Murder of Emmett Till is streaming on PBS Documentaries in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Murder of Emmett Till on Netflix?

No, The Murder of Emmett Till is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries.

Is The Murder of Emmett Till on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Murder of Emmett Till isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on PBS Documentaries instead.

Where can I watch The Murder of Emmett Till for free?

The Murder of Emmett Till is available on PBS Documentaries in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.