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Gleason

8.420161h 50mRMovieDocumentary

At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video…

DirectorJ. Clay Tweel
WriterJ. Clay Tweel
ProducersSeth Gordon·Scott Fujita

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by J. Clay Tweel

Steve Gleason
Steve Gleason
Self
Michel Gleason
Michel Gleason
Self
Rivers Gleason
Rivers Gleason
Self
Paul Varisco
Paul Varisco
Self
Blair Casey
Blair Casey
Self
Scott Fujita
Scott Fujita
Self
Drew Brees
Drew Brees
Self
Eddie Vedder
Eddie Vedder
Self
Mike McCready
Mike McCready
Self
Vinnie Varisco
Vinnie Varisco
Self
Mike Gleason
Mike Gleason
Self
Gail Gleason
Gail Gleason
Self

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Gleason — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gleason?

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

Is Gleason on Netflix?

No, Gleason is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Gleason on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Gleason for free?

Gleason is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free in United States.

Is Gleason based on a true story?

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