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Leadbelly

6.419762h 6mPGMovieDrama

The life of Blues and folk singer Huddie Leadbetter, nicknamed Leadbelly is recounted. Covering the good times and bad from his 20s to 40s. Much of that time was spent on chain gangs in the south. Even in prison he became well known for…

DirectorGordon Parks
WriterErnest Kinoy
ProducersMarc Merson·David Frost

Where to watch

Not available in India
Streaming in 16 other countries

Leadbelly isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark and 12 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Gordon Parks

RMRoger E. Mosley
Roger E. Mosley
Huddie Ledbetter
JB
James Brodhead
John Lomax
JM
John McDonald
Tom Pruitt
LW
Leonard Wrentz
Guard
EHErnie Hudson
Ernie Hudson
Archie
DM
Dana Manno
Margaret Judd
WW
William Wintersole
Sheriff Gibbons
PBPaul Benjamin
Paul Benjamin
Wes Ledbetter
LHLynn Hamilton
Lynn Hamilton
Sally Ledbetter
CLCarole Lamond
Carole Lamond
Laura May
ME
Melba Englander
Evaline
PS
Pamela Singleton
Fat Bessie

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Leadbelly — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Leadbelly?

Leadbelly isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Australia, Belgium and Canada and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Leadbelly on Netflix?

No, Leadbelly is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is Leadbelly on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Leadbelly isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch Leadbelly for free?

Leadbelly isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Leadbelly based on a true story?

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