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The Moment: How Sports Changed the World

202358mMovieDocumentary

The story of Nelson Mandela and the South African Rugby team uniting to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup. This monumental moment in sports history paved the way for Siya Kolisi to become the first black South African rugby captain, and left an enduring impact in South Africa – and the world.

DirectorTom Jennings
WriterBrian Coughlin
ProducersTom Jennings·Brian Coughlin

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Cast · Directed by Tom Jennings

TMTrevor McDonald
Trevor McDonald
Self
NMNelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
Self
DTDesmond Tutu
Desmond Tutu
Self

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The Moment: How Sports Changed the World — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Moment: How Sports Changed the World?

The Moment: How Sports Changed the World is streaming on Magellan TV and Amazon Prime Video Free in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Moment: How Sports Changed the World on Netflix?

No, The Moment: How Sports Changed the World is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Magellan TV and Amazon Prime Video Free.

Is The Moment: How Sports Changed the World on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Moment: How Sports Changed the World is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Moment: How Sports Changed the World for free?

The Moment: How Sports Changed the World is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free in United Kingdom.