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Basic Training

6.819711h 29mMovieDocumentaryWar

During the summer of 1970 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, a group of men going through infantry training show how they're transformed from civilians into soldiers. As well as being a unique portrait of the US army at work, it's also a fascinating…

DirectorFrederick Wiseman
WriterFrederick Wiseman
ProducerFrederick Wiseman

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

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Basic Training — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Basic Training?

Basic Training is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Basic Training on Netflix?

No, Basic Training is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Basic Training on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Basic Training isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

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Basic Training is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.