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Hanging by a Wire

7.120261h 17mMovieDocumentary

On a Tuesday morning in August 2023, a group of kids set off for school, climbing into a makeshift cable car for the journey across a mountain pass in northwest Pakistan. What happened next would make headlines around the world. Suddenly,…

DirectorMohammed Naqvi
WritersMohammed Naqvi·Bilal Sami
ProducersMohammed Naqvi·Bilal Sami

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Hanging by a Wire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hanging by a Wire?

Hanging by a Wire is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hanging by a Wire on Netflix?

No, Hanging by a Wire is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential.

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Hanging by a Wire isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Hanging by a Wire is available on Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.