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California Typewriter

6.920171h 43mMovieDocumentary

A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard, David McCullough and others.

DirectorDoug Nichol
ProducersJames Redford·John Benet

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Cast · Directed by Doug Nichol

THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Self
SSSam Shepard
Sam Shepard
Self
DMDavid McCullough
David McCullough
Self
JMJohn Mayer
John Mayer
Self
SA
Silvi Alcivar
Self
KA
Ken Alexander
Self
MH
Martin Howard
Self
JM
Jeremy Mayer
Self
HP
Herbert Permillion
Self
RP
Richard Polt
Self
DW
Darren Wershler
Self
MW
Mason Williams
Self

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California Typewriter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams California Typewriter?

California Typewriter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is California Typewriter on Netflix?

No, California Typewriter is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV.

Is California Typewriter on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — California Typewriter is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch California Typewriter for free?

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