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The Work and the Glory

6.620041h 50mPGMovieDramaRomance

When Benjamin Steed and Mary Ann Steed relocate their family to upstate New York in the early 1800's, they unwittingly settle in a town divided along religious lines. After their new hired help turns out to be at the center of the uproar,…

DirectorRussell Holt
WriterRussell Holt

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Cast · Directed by Russell Holt

SHSam Hennings
Sam Hennings
Benjamin Steed
BSBrenda Strong
Brenda Strong
Mary Ann Steed
EJEric Johnson
Eric Johnson
Joshua Steed
ACAlexander Carroll
Alexander Carroll
Nathan Steed
TD
Tiffany Dupont
Lydia McBride
BHBrighton Hertford
Brighton Hertford
Melissa Steed / Narrator
KVKimberly Varadi
Kimberly Varadi
Becca Steed
CFColin Ford
Colin Ford
Matthew Steed
KF
Kathryn Firago
Hannah McBride
JGJim Grimshaw
Jim Grimshaw
Josiah McBride
JSJonathan Scarfe
Jonathan Scarfe
Joseph Smith
SDSarah Darling
Sarah Darling
Emma Smith

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The Work and the Glory — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Work and the Glory?

The Work and the Glory is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Work and the Glory on Netflix?

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

Is The Work and the Glory on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Work and the Glory is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Work and the Glory for free?

The Work and the Glory is available on Amazon Prime Video in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Work and the Glory?

Yes — The Work and the Glory is followed by The Work and the Glory II: American Zion (2005) in the Work and the Glory Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Work and the Glory?

The Work and the Glory is the first film in the Work and the Glory Collection.

Is The Work and the Glory part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Work and the Glory is part of a trilogy, alongside The Work and the Glory II: American Zion (2005) and The Work and the Glory III: A House Divided (2006).

How many movies are in the Work and the Glory Collection?

There are 3 films in the Work and the Glory Collection: The Work and the Glory (2004), The Work and the Glory II: American Zion (2005) and The Work and the Glory III: A House Divided (2006).