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Touching the Asteroid

7.0202053mMovieDocumentary

Spacecraft OSIRIS-REx attempts to grab a piece of an asteroid to bring back to Earth so scientists can study it to learn about the planet's origins.

DirectorTerri Randall
WriterTerri Randall
ProducerTerri Randall

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Terri Randall

CS
Craig Sechler
Narrator (voice)
CA
Coralie Adam
Self
BB
Beau Bierhaus
Self
MB
Maitrayee Bose
Self
DD
Daniella DellaGiustina
Self
SF
Sandra Freund
Self
VH
Vicky Hamilton
Self
DJ
David Jewitt
Self
DL
Dante Lauretta
Self
PM
Patrick Michel
Self
MM
Mike Moreau
Self
DPDerrick Pitts
Derrick Pitts
Self

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Touching the Asteroid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Touching the Asteroid?

Touching the Asteroid is streaming on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Touching the Asteroid on Netflix?

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

Is Touching the Asteroid on Amazon Prime Video?

Touching the Asteroid 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 Touching the Asteroid for free?

Touching the Asteroid is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.