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The Pirate Tapes

6.020111h 12mGMovieDocumentary

Exposing piracy in Somalia from the inside out, The Pirates Tapes follows Mohamed Ashareh, a young Somali-Canadian, as he travels to Somalia in hopes of joining an active pirate cell. Armed only with a hidden camera, Mohamed works his way…

DirectorRock Baijnauth
WriterRock Baijnauth

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoMagellan TVMagellan TVAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rock Baijnauth

MA
Mohamed Ashareh
Self

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The Pirate Tapes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Pirate Tapes?

The Pirate Tapes is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Magellan TV in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Pirate Tapes on Netflix?

No, The Pirate Tapes is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Magellan TV.

Is The Pirate Tapes on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Pirate Tapes is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Pirate Tapes for free?

The Pirate Tapes is available on Amazon Prime Video and Magellan TV in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.