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The Phenomenon

6.320201h 40mMovieDocumentary

This documentary examines unidentified aerial phenomenon. With testimony from high-ranking government officials and NASA Astronauts, Senator Harry Reid says it "makes the incredible credible."

DirectorJames Fox
WriterMarc Barasch
ProducersTobias McGriff·Jordan Pease

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Cast · Directed by James Fox

PCPeter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Narrator (voice)
CMChris Mellon
Chris Mellon
Self - Former Deputy Asst. Secretary of Defense for Intelligence
DB
Don Berliner
Self - Aviation Historian
JVJacques Vallée
Jacques Vallée
Self - Physicist / Computer Scientist
JFJames Fox
James Fox
Self - Director, The Phenomenon
GK
Gaylan King
Self - Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota
GKGeorge Knapp
George Knapp
Self - Investigative Reporter
JPJohn Podesta
John Podesta
Self - Former White House Chief of Staff
BRBill Richardson
Bill Richardson
Self - Former U.S. Energy Secretary
HRHarry Reid
Harry Reid
Self - Senate Majority Leader (2007-2015)
DFDavid Fravor
David Fravor
Self - Navy Strike Fighter Squadron
GNGarry Nolan
Garry Nolan
Self - Stanford School of Medicine

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The Phenomenon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Phenomenon?

The Phenomenon is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Gaia and JustWatch TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Phenomenon on Netflix?

No, The Phenomenon is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Gaia.

Is The Phenomenon on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Phenomenon is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Phenomenon for free?

The Phenomenon is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and The CW in United States.