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Rachel Carson

8.520171h 53mMovieTV MovieDocumentary

An intimate portrait of the woman whose groundbreaking books revolutionized our relationship to the natural world. When 'Silent Spring' was published in September 1962 it became an instant bestseller and would go on to spark dramatic changes in the way the government regulated pesticides.

DirectorMichelle Ferrari
WriterMichelle Ferrari

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michelle Ferrari

OPOliver Platt
Oliver Platt
Self - Narrator (voice)
MPMary-Louise Parker
Mary-Louise Parker
Rachel Carson (voice)

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Rachel Carson — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Rachel Carson?

Rachel Carson is streaming on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Rachel Carson on Netflix?

No, Rachel Carson is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy.

Is Rachel Carson on Amazon Prime Video?

Rachel Carson 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 Rachel Carson for free?

Rachel Carson is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.