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Lucy and Desi

7.120221h 42mPG-13MovieDocumentary

Explore the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of one of the most prolific power couples in entertainment history. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz risked everything to be together.

DirectorAmy Poehler
WriterMark Monroe
ProducersAmy Poehler·Justin Wilkes

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Cast · Directed by Amy Poehler

LALucie Arnaz
Lucie Arnaz
Self
BMBette Midler
Bette Midler
Self
CBCarol Burnett
Carol Burnett
Self
LL
Laura LaPlaca
Self
EM
Eduardo Machado
Self
CCharo
Charo
Self
JG
Journey Gunderson
Self
GO
Gregg Oppenheimer
Self
DD
David Daniels
Self
NLNorman Lear
Norman Lear
Self
DJDesi Arnaz Jr.
Desi Arnaz Jr.
Self
LBLucille Ball
Lucille Ball
Self (archive footage)

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Lucy and Desi — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lucy and Desi?

Lucy and Desi is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Lucy and Desi on Netflix?

No, Lucy and Desi is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video Free.

Is Lucy and Desi on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Lucy and Desi is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Lucy and Desi for free?

Lucy and Desi is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United States.

Is Lucy and Desi based on a true story?

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