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I Am Michael

5.520151h 38mMovieDrama

The controversial true story of a gay activist who rejects his homosexuality and becomes a Christian pastor.

DirectorJustin Kelly
WritersJustin Kelly·Stacey Miller
ProducersJames Franco·Scott Reed

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Cast · Directed by Justin Kelly

JFJames Franco
James Franco
Michael Glatze
ZQZachary Quinto
Zachary Quinto
Bennett
EREmma Roberts
Emma Roberts
Rebekah Fuller
DHDaryl Hannah
Daryl Hannah
Deborah
LWLesley Ann Warren
Lesley Ann Warren
Susan
AJAvan Jogia
Avan Jogia
Nico
CCCharlie Carver
Charlie Carver
Tyler
DGDevon Graye
Devon Graye
Cory
ETEvie Thompson
Evie Thompson
Nicole
LRLeven Rambin
Leven Rambin
Catherine
AOAhna O'Reilly
Ahna O'Reilly
Actress
JMJefferson Mays
Jefferson Mays
Preacher Teacher

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I Am Michael — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams I Am Michael?

I Am Michael 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 I Am Michael on Netflix?

No, I Am Michael is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is I Am Michael on Amazon Prime Video?

I Am Michael 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 I Am Michael for free?

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

Is I Am Michael based on a true story?

Yes — I Am Michael is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).