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Urbanized

7.320111h 25mMovieDocumentary

A documentary about the design of cities, which looks at the issues and strategies behind urban design and features some of the world's foremost architects, planners, policymakers, builders, and thinkers.

DirectorGary Hustwit
ProducerGary Hustwit

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gary Hustwit

Norman Foster
Norman Foster
Self
Jan Gehl
Jan Gehl
Self
Ellen Dunham-Jones
Ellen Dunham-Jones
Self
Amanda M. Burden
Amanda M. Burden
Self
Joshua David
Joshua David
Self
Oscar Niemeyer
Oscar Niemeyer
Self
Sicelo Nkohla
Sicelo Nkohla
Self
Rem Koolhaas
Rem Koolhaas
Self
Alejandro Aravena
Alejandro Aravena
Self
Stefan Mappus
Stefan Mappus
Self
Udo Andriof
Udo Andriof
Self
Ricky Burdett
Ricky Burdett
Self

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Urbanized — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Urbanized?

Urbanized is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Urbanized on Netflix?

No, Urbanized is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Urbanized on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Urbanized isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Urbanized for free?

Urbanized is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Urbanized?

Urbanized is currently the latest film in the Design Trilogy.

Is there a prequel to Urbanized?

Yes — Objectified (2009) comes before Urbanized in the Design Trilogy.

Is Urbanized part of a trilogy?

Yes — Urbanized is part of a trilogy, alongside Helvetica (2007) and Objectified (2009).

How many movies are in the Design Trilogy?

There are 3 films in the Design Trilogy: Helvetica (2007), Objectified (2009) and Urbanized (2011).