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Trumbo

6.720071h 36m14AMovieDocumentaryHistory

Through a focus on the life of Dalton Trumbo (1905-1976), this film examines the effects on individuals and families of a congressional pursuit of Hollywood Communists after World War II. Trumbo was one of several writers, directors, and…

DirectorPeter Askin
WriterChristopher Trumbo
ProducersAlan Klingenstein·Jim Kohlberg

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAMC+ Amazon ChannelAMC+ Amazon ChannelAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Askin

JAJoan Allen
Joan Allen
Self
MDMichael Douglas
Michael Douglas
Self
LNLiam Neeson
Liam Neeson
Self
PGPaul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Self
JLJosh Lucas
Josh Lucas
Self
NLNathan Lane
Nathan Lane
Self
BDBrian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy
Self
DSDavid Strathairn
David Strathairn
Self
DSDonald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Self
EA
Emanuel Azenberg
Self - Interviewee
WBWalter Bernstein
Walter Bernstein
Self - Interviewee
CT
Christopher Trumbo
Self - Interviewee

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Trumbo — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Trumbo?

Trumbo is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and AMC+ in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Trumbo on Netflix?

No, Trumbo is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and AMC+.

Is Trumbo on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Trumbo for free?

Trumbo is available on Amazon Prime Video and AMC+ in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Trumbo based on a true story?

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