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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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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by J. Clay Tweel

SG
Steve Gleason
Self
MG
Michel Gleason
Self
RG
Rivers Gleason
Self
PV
Paul Varisco
Self
BC
Blair Casey
Self
SF
Scott Fujita
Self
DBDrew Brees
Drew Brees
Self
EVEddie Vedder
Eddie Vedder
Self
MMMike McCready
Mike McCready
Self
VV
Vinnie Varisco
Self
MG
Mike Gleason
Self
GG
Gail Gleason
Self

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Gleason — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gleason?

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

Is Gleason on Netflix?

No, Gleason is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 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 Kingdom as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Gleason for free?

Gleason is available on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

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).