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Half a Life

4.0201712mMovieAnimationDocumentary

After a traumatic encounter, a young gay Egyptian joins the LGBT rights movement. When his safety is jeopardized, he must choose whether to stay in the country he loves or seek asylum elsewhere as a refugee. "Half a Life" is a timely story…

DirectorTamara Shogaolu

ProducerTamara Shogaolu

Where to watch

Kanopy

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tamara Shogaolu

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Half a Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Half a Life?

Half a Life is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Half a Life on Netflix?

No, Half a Life is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Half a Life on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Half a Life isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Half a Life for free?

Half a Life is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.