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Emmanuel's Gift

7.820051h 20mGMovieDocumentary

Narrated by Oprah Winfrey, this is the moving and inspiring story of a disabled orphan who overcame poverty and prejudice to become a world hero after he rode a bicycle with one leg across the nation of Ghana.

DirectorsLisa Lax·Nancy Stern Winters
WritersNancy Stern Winters·Elizabeth Massie
ProducersNancy Stern Winters·Lisa Lax

Where to watch

KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lisa Lax

OWOprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey
Narrator (voice)
RWRobin Williams
Robin Williams
Self (archive footage)

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Emmanuel's Gift — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Emmanuel's Gift?

Emmanuel's Gift is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Emmanuel's Gift on Netflix?

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

Is Emmanuel's Gift on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Emmanuel's Gift for free?

Emmanuel's Gift is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.