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Becoming Frederick Douglass

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In Becoming Frederick Douglass, acclaimed director Stanley Nelson and co-director Nicole London bring to life the story of an American icon. Using Douglass's own powerful, profound speeches and writing, the story retraces his journey from…

DirectorsStanley Nelson·Nicole London
WriterAnne Seidlitz
ProducersNicole London·Stanley Nelson

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PBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelPBS Documentaries Amazon ChannelWETA+WETA+KanopyKanopy
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Cast · Directed by Stanley Nelson

WPWendell Pierce
Wendell Pierce
Frederick Douglass (voice)
KJ
Kenneth B. Morris Jr.
Self
JS
John Stauffer
Self
SL
Sarah Elizabeth Lewis
Self
CB
Christopher Bonner
Self
FG
Farah Jasmine Griffin
Self
AG
Adam Goodheart
Self
NB
Nick Bromell
Self
DS
Derrick R. Spires
Self
MC
Marcia Chatelain
Self
VL
Vincent Leggett
Self
EB
Edward Baptist
Self

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Becoming Frederick Douglass — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Becoming Frederick Douglass?

Becoming Frederick Douglass is streaming on PBS Documentaries, WETA+ and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Becoming Frederick Douglass on Netflix?

No, Becoming Frederick Douglass is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and WETA+.

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Becoming Frederick Douglass isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Becoming Frederick Douglass is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.