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The New Alchemists

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This short documentary profiles a community engaged in developing sustainable living methods, including food production and small-scale solar and wind technology, on a farm in Massachusetts in the 1970s. Well before sustainability was a…

DirectorDorothy Todd Hénaut
ProducersLen Chatwin·Colin Low

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Cast · Directed by Dorothy Todd Hénaut

SJ
Stanley Jackson
Commentary
GS
Ginny Stikeman
Narration
JT
John Todd
Self
NT
Nancy Jack Todd
Self
BA
Bob Angevine
Self
BM
Bill McLarney
Self
MS
Marcus Sherman
Self
EB
Earle Barnhart
Self
JH
John L. Hess
Self
KH
Karen Hess
Self

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The New Alchemists — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The New Alchemists?

The New Alchemists is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The New Alchemists on Netflix?

No, The New Alchemists is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is The New Alchemists on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The New Alchemists isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch The New Alchemists for free?

The New Alchemists is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.