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Ama-San

6.820161h 53mMovieDocumentary

A dive, the midday sunlight filtering down through the water. The air in her lungs has to last until she can dislodge the abalone. Dives like these have been carried out in Japan for over 2000 years by the Ama-San.

DirectorCláudia Varejão

WriterCláudia Varejão

ProducersJoão Matos·Luísa Homem

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True Story

DocAlliance Films

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

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Ama-San — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ama-San?

Ama-San is streaming on True Story and DocAlliance Films in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Ama-San on Netflix?

No, Ama-San is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on True Story and DocAlliance Films.

Is Ama-San on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Ama-San isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on True Story and DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch Ama-San for free?

Ama-San is available on True Story and DocAlliance Films in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.