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The Source

5.619991h 28mMovieDocumentaryHistory

Traces the Beats from Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac's meeting in 1944 at Columbia University to the deaths of Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs in 1997. Three actors provide dramatic interpretations of the work of these three writers,…

DirectorChuck Workman

Where to watch

Hoopla

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chuck Workman

Johnny Depp

Dennis Hopper

William S. Burroughs

John Turturro

Allen Ginsberg

Self (archive footage)

William S. Burroughs

William S. Burroughs

Self (archive footage)

Philip Glass

Robert Creeley

Ann Charters

George Steade

David Amram

Ed Sanders

Gregory Corso

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The Source — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Source?

The Source is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Source on Netflix?

No, The Source is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is The Source on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Source isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch The Source for free?

The Source is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.

Is The Source based on a true story?

Yes — The Source is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).