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Hard Hat Riot

7.020251h 21mMovieDocumentaryHistory

On May 8, 1970, construction workers violently clashed with students demonstrating against the Vietnam War in lower Manhattan. The workmen, who came to be known as “hardhats,” were at the cutting edge of a new kind of class war. With the…

DirectorMarc Levin
WritersMarc Levin·Daphne Pinkerson
ProducersCameo George·Marc Levin

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PBS America Amazon ChannelPBS America Amazon Channel
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Marc Levin

RNRichard Nixon
Richard Nixon
Self
JLJohn V. Lindsay
John V. Lindsay
Self
DK
David Kuhn
Self

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Hard Hat Riot — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hard Hat Riot?

Hard Hat Riot is streaming on PBS America in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hard Hat Riot on Netflix?

No, Hard Hat Riot is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS America.

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Hard Hat Riot isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Hard Hat Riot is available on PBS America in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.