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Man on Wire

7.420081h 34m12AMovieDocumentary

On August 7th 1974, French tightrope walker Philippe Petit stepped out on a high wire, illegally rigged between New York's World Trade Center twin towers, then the world's tallest buildings. After nearly an hour of performing on the wire,…

DirectorJames Marsh

WriterPhilippe Petit

ProducersNick Fraser·Jonathan Hewes

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Now TV Cinema

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by James Marsh

Self (archive footage)

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Man on Wire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Man on Wire?

Man on Wire is streaming on Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Man on Wire on Netflix?

No, Man on Wire is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Now TV Cinema.

Is Man on Wire on Amazon Prime Video?

Man on Wire 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 Man on Wire for free?

Man on Wire is available on Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Man on Wire based on a true story?

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