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NYC, 1981

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A24 and A MOST VIOLENT YEAR present NYC, 1981. An original short documentary featuring stories from one of the most dangerous years on record for New York City. Featuring Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa, performance artist and former…

DirectorAustin Peters
ProducersDaniel Dewes·Zoe Beyer

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Cast · Directed by Austin Peters

PA
Penny Arcade
JMJohnnie Mae
Johnnie Mae
DD
Dapper Dan
NR
Nick Rosello
WW
Wayne Walsh
CS
Curtis Sliwa

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NYC, 1981 is streaming on Vimeo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is NYC, 1981 on Netflix?

No, NYC, 1981 is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Vimeo.

Is NYC, 1981 on Amazon Prime Video?

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NYC, 1981 is available to stream free (with ads) on Vimeo in United States.