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Harriet

7.320192h 5m12AMovieDramaHistory

The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.

DirectorKasi Lemmons
WritersGregory Allen Howard·Kasi Lemmons
ProducersJosh McLaughlin·Charles D. King

Where to watch

BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Kasi Lemmons

CECynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo
Harriet Tubman
LJLeslie Odom Jr.
Leslie Odom Jr.
William Still
JMJanelle Monáe
Janelle Monáe
Marie Buchanon
CPClarke Peters
Clarke Peters
Ben Ross
VCVanessa Bell Calloway
Vanessa Bell Calloway
Rit Ross
ODOmar J. Dorsey
Omar J. Dorsey
Bigger Long
HHHenry Hunter Hall
Henry Hunter Hall
Walter
JAJoseph Lee Anderson
Joseph Lee Anderson
Robert Ross
ABAntonio J Bell
Antonio J Bell
Henry Ross
ZMZackary Momoh
Zackary Momoh
John Tubman
ALAlexis Louder
Alexis Louder
Jane
ABAria Brooks
Aria Brooks
Anger (8)

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Harriet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Harriet?

Harriet is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Harriet on Netflix?

No, Harriet is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Harriet on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Harriet for free?

Harriet is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

Is Harriet based on a true story?

Yes — Harriet is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).