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Edison

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By the time he died in 1931, Thomas Alva Edison was one of the most famous men in the world. The holder of more patents than any other inventor in history, Edison had achieved glory as the genius behind such revolutionary inventions as…

DirectorMichelle Ferrari

WriterMichelle Ferrari

Where to watch

PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michelle Ferrari

Michael Murphy

Narrator (voice)

Thomas A. Edison

Himself (archive footage)

Henry Ford

Himself (archive footage)

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Edison — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Edison?

Edison is streaming on PBS Documentaries in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Edison on Netflix?

No, Edison is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries.

Is Edison on Amazon Prime Video?

Edison 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 Edison for free?

Edison is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.