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55 Steps

6.720181h 55mPG-13MovieDrama

The inspiring true story of Eleanor Riese, a mental illness patient herself, who brings a class action suit to give competent mental patients the right to have a say in their medication while they're in a hospital, and Colette Hughes, the lawyer appointed to her case.

DirectorBille August

WriterMark Rosin

ProducersMary Aloe·Sara Risher

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bille August

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55 Steps — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams 55 Steps?

55 Steps isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is 55 Steps on Netflix?

No, 55 Steps is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is 55 Steps on Amazon Prime Video?

55 Steps 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 55 Steps for free?

55 Steps is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.

Is 55 Steps based on a true story?

Yes — 55 Steps is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).