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Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B

6.520141h 25mPG-13MovieDramaMusicTV Movie

The story of R&B singer and actress Aaliyah; namely, the highs and lows of her career, her romantic pursuits, and the events leading up to her death in 2001 at the age of 22.

DirectorBradley Walsh
WriterMichael Elliot
ProducersHoward Braunstein·Debra Martin Chase

Where to watch

KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bradley Walsh

ASAlexandra Shipp
Alexandra Shipp
Aaliyah Haughton
ENElise Neal
Elise Neal
Gladys Knight
CBClé Bennett
Clé Bennett
R. Kelly
CJChristopher Jacot
Christopher Jacot
Ryan Nichols
CDChattrisse Dolabaille
Chattrisse Dolabaille
Missy Elliott
AGAnthony Grant
Anthony Grant
Damon Dash
LBLyriq Bent
Lyriq Bent
Barry Hankerson
ISIzaak Smith
Izaak Smith
Timbaland
TD
Tiffany Davidson
Keisha
AMAndy McQueen
Andy McQueen
Eric Ferrell
LMLil Mama
Lil Mama
Lush Unsa
ASA.J. Saudin
A.J. Saudin
Rashad Haughton (Older)

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Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B?

Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Plex and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B on Netflix?

No, Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B on Amazon Prime Video?

Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B for free?

Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.

Is Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B based on a true story?

Yes — Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).