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Ama-San

6.820161h 53mMovieDocumentary

A dive, the midday sunlight filtering down through the water. The air in her lungs has to last until she can dislodge the abalone. Dives like these have been carried out in Japan for over 2000 years by the Ama-San.

DirectorCláudia Varejão

WriterCláudia Varejão

ProducersJoão Matos·Tiago Hespanha

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True Story

DocAlliance Films

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

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Ama-San — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ama-San?

Ama-San is streaming on True Story and DocAlliance Films in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Ama-San on Netflix?

No, Ama-San is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on True Story and DocAlliance Films.

Is Ama-San on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Ama-San isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on True Story and DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch Ama-San for free?

Ama-San is available on True Story and DocAlliance Films in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.