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Breakthrough

6.920191h 30mMovieDocumentary

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system…

DirectorBill Haney

WriterBill Haney

ProducerJennifer Pearce

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Kanopy

Hoopla

Fawesome

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bill Haney

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Breakthrough — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Breakthrough?

Breakthrough 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 Breakthrough on Netflix?

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

Is Breakthrough on Amazon Prime Video?

Breakthrough 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 Breakthrough for free?

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