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Trumbo

6.720071h 36mPG-13MovieDocumentaryHistory

Through a focus on the life of Dalton Trumbo (1905-1976), this film examines the effects on individuals and families of a congressional pursuit of Hollywood Communists after World War II. Trumbo was one of several writers, directors, and…

DirectorPeter Askin
WriterChristopher Trumbo
ProducersTory Tunnell·David Viola

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Cast · Directed by Peter Askin

JAJoan Allen
Joan Allen
Self
MDMichael Douglas
Michael Douglas
Self
LNLiam Neeson
Liam Neeson
Self
PGPaul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Self
JLJosh Lucas
Josh Lucas
Self
NLNathan Lane
Nathan Lane
Self
BDBrian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy
Self
DSDavid Strathairn
David Strathairn
Self
DSDonald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Self
EA
Emanuel Azenberg
Self - Interviewee
WBWalter Bernstein
Walter Bernstein
Self - Interviewee
CT
Christopher Trumbo
Self - Interviewee

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Trumbo — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Trumbo?

Trumbo is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Trumbo on Netflix?

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

Is Trumbo on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Trumbo for free?

Trumbo is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States.

Is Trumbo based on a true story?

Yes — Trumbo is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).