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American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story

5.820171 season18+TV SeriesDocumentaryDrama

A fascinating docuseries chronicling Playboy magazine’s charismatic founder, Hugh Hefner, and his impact on global culture. Told from his unique perspective with never-before-seen footage from his private archive, discover the captivating story about the man behind the bunny.

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Before the Bunny: Marilyn Monroe
Apr 7, 2017 5.5
E2
Birth of the Centerfold: The Girl Next Door
Apr 7, 2017 5.6
E3
Becoming Mr. Playboy
Apr 7, 2017 5.4
E4
Members Only: The Playboy Club
Apr 7, 2017 5.2
E5
The Playboy Interview
Apr 7, 2017 5.1
E6
Rebel with a Cause: Civil Liberties and Government Crackdowns
Apr 7, 2017 5.2
E7
Below the Belt: Playboy and the Pubic Wars
Apr 7, 2017 5.1
E8
Sex, Drugs and DEA Investigations
Apr 7, 2017 5.4
E9
Down the Rabbit Hole: The Dorothy Stratten Murder
Apr 7, 2017 4.9
E10
My Way
Apr 7, 2017 4.9

Cast

HHHugh Hefner
Hugh Hefner
Himself
MWMatt Whelan
Matt Whelan
Hugh Hefner
SCShara Connolly
Shara Connolly
Barbi Benton
JBJoy Buckle
Joy Buckle
Marilyn Cole
AS
Adam Jonas Segaller
A.C. Spectrosky
EBElla Becroft
Ella Becroft
Millie Hefner
LTLaura Thompson
Laura Thompson
Christie Hefner
IBIan Bell
Ian Bell
Art Paul
DBDominique Bela
Dominique Bela
Betty Conklin
BKBeth Kayes
Beth Kayes
Grace Hefner

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American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story?

American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story on Netflix?

No, American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story for free?

American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story is available on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story?

American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story has 1 season in total (10 episodes). The series concluded in 2017.

Are all episodes of American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story out yet?

Yes — all 10 episodes across 1 season of American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story?

No — American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.