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Black Like Me

6.219641h 45mMovieDrama

Black Like Me is the true account of journalist and author John Griffin's experiences when he passed as a black man.

DirectorCarl Lerner
WritersCarl Lerner·Gerda Lerner
ProducerJulius Tannenbaum

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Carl Lerner

JWJames Whitmore
James Whitmore
John Finley Horton
SBSorrell Booke
Sorrell Booke
Dr. Jackson
RBRoscoe Lee Browne
Roscoe Lee Browne
Christopher
AJAl Freeman Jr.
Al Freeman Jr.
Thomas Newcomb
WGWill Geer
Will Geer
Truckdriver
RGRobert Gerringer
Robert Gerringer
Ed Saunders
CJClifton James
Clifton James
Eli Carr
DHDavid Huddleston
David Huddleston
MCMatt Clark
Matt Clark
Mugger in alley
DPDenver Pyle
Denver Pyle
Man in pick-up truck
RJRaymond St. Jacques
Raymond St. Jacques
Burial Insurance Salesman
JMJohn Marriott
John Marriott
Hodges

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Black Like Me — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Black Like Me?

Black Like Me is streaming on FlixFling, Kanopy 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 Black Like Me on Netflix?

No, Black Like Me is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on FlixFling and Kanopy.

Is Black Like Me on Amazon Prime Video?

Black Like Me 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 Black Like Me for free?

Black Like Me is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Fawesome in United States.