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Bender

4.220161h 20mMovieDramaHistoryThriller

The unsettling true story of America's first serial-killing family. A troubled doctor searches for patients swallowed by the prairie and encounters the Benders, homesteaders trapped by a life of unspeakable sin.

DirectorJohn Alexander
WritersJC Guest·John Alexander

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Cast · Directed by John Alexander

BDBruce Davison
Bruce Davison
Mayor Prentiss
LPLinda Purl
Linda Purl
Mrs. Thomas
JKJames Karen
James Karen
Old Man Bender
BTBuck Taylor
Buck Taylor
Sheriff J.E. Stone
JM
John Monastero
Dr. William York / Edwin York
NJ
Nicole Jellen
Kate Bender
RCReylynn Caster
Reylynn Caster
Little Girl
LW
Leslie Woodies
Old Woman Bender
GM
Grace McKeaney
Goat Lady
CCChance Caeden
Chance Caeden
Boy
PB
Preston Brown
Mr. Loncher
BF
Brad Fields
Parson

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Bender — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Bender?

Bender is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video Free and Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Bender on Netflix?

No, Bender is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video Free.

Is Bender on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Bender for free?

Bender is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Plex in United Kingdom.