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American Promise

6.720132h 15mMovieDocumentary

In 1999, filmmakers Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson turned the camera on themselves and began filming their five-year-old son, Idris, and his best friend, Seun, as they started kindergarten at the prestigious Dalton School just as the…

DirectorsJoe Brewster·Michèle Stephenson
ProducersMichèle Stephenson·Joe Brewster

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Cast · Directed by Joe Brewster

IB
Idris Brewster
Self
OS
Oluwaseun Summers
Self
MSMichèle Stephenson
Michèle Stephenson
Self
JBJoe Brewster
Joe Brewster
Self
ASAnthony Summers
Anthony Summers
Self
SS
Stacey O. Summers
Self

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American Promise — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Promise?

American Promise is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Promise on Netflix?

No, American Promise is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is American Promise on Amazon Prime Video?

American Promise 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 American Promise for free?

American Promise is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

Is American Promise based on a true story?

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