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Milk

7.220082h 8mRMovieHistoryDrama

The true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man ever elected to public office. In San Francisco in the late 1970s, Harvey Milk becomes an activist for gay rights and inspires others to join him in his fight for equal rights that should be available to all Americans.

DirectorGus Van Sant
WriterDustin Lance Black
ProducersBruce Cohen·Dustin Lance Black

Where to watch

History VaultHistory Vault
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gus Van Sant

SPSean Penn
Sean Penn
Harvey Milk
EHEmile Hirsch
Emile Hirsch
Cleve Jones
JBJosh Brolin
Josh Brolin
Dan White
DLDiego Luna
Diego Luna
Jack Lira
JFJames Franco
James Franco
Scott Smith
APAlison Pill
Alison Pill
Anne Kronenberg
VGVictor Garber
Victor Garber
Mayor Moscone
DODenis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare
John Briggs
JCJoseph Cross
Joseph Cross
Dick Pabich
SSStephen Spinella
Stephen Spinella
Rick Stokes
BHBoyd Holbrook
Boyd Holbrook
Denton Smith
LGLucas Grabeel
Lucas Grabeel
Danny Nicoletta

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Milk — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Milk?

Milk is streaming on History Vault in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Milk on Netflix?

No, Milk is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on History Vault.

Is Milk on Amazon Prime Video?

Milk 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 Milk for free?

Milk is available on History Vault in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Milk based on a true story?

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