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John's Not Mad

4.8198928mMovieDocumentary

John's Not Mad is a QED documentary made by the BBC in 1989. It was ranked, in a British public poll, as one of the 50 Greatest Documentaries. The film shadows John Davidson, a 15-year-old from Galashiels in Scotland, who had severe…

DirectorValerie Kaye

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Cast · Directed by Valerie Kaye

EBEleanor Bron
Eleanor Bron
Narrator (voice)
JDJohn Davidson
John Davidson
Self
HD
Heather Davidson
Self
OSOliver Sacks
Oliver Sacks
Self

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John's Not Mad — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams John's Not Mad?

John's Not Mad is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is John's Not Mad on Netflix?

No, John's Not Mad is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is John's Not Mad on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — John's Not Mad is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

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