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Whitney

7.320182h 15MovieMusicDocumentary

Examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.

DirectorKevin Macdonald
WriterKevin Macdonald
ProducersJonathan Chinn·Simon Chinn

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Kevin Macdonald

WHWhitney Houston
Whitney Houston
Self (archive footage)
BBBobby Brown
Bobby Brown
Self - Ex-Husband
CHCissy Houston
Cissy Houston
Self - Mother
CDClive Davis
Clive Davis
Self - Founder, Arista Records
LRL.A. Reid
L.A. Reid
Self - CEO and President, Arista Records 2000-2004
KCKevin Costner
Kevin Costner
Self - Actor
DWDionne Warwick
Dionne Warwick
Self - Whitney's Cousin (archive footage)
BBBobbi Kristina Brown
Bobbi Kristina Brown
Self (archive footage)
NMNelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
Self (archive footage)
MGMarvin Gaye
Marvin Gaye
Self (archive footage)
BBabyface
Babyface
Self - Songwriter / Producer
RC
Robyn Crawford
Self (archive footage)

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Whitney — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Whitney?

Whitney is streaming on ITVX Premium and ITVX in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Whitney on Netflix?

No, Whitney is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on ITVX Premium and ITVX.

Is Whitney on Amazon Prime Video?

Whitney 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 Whitney for free?

Whitney is available to stream free (with ads) on ITVX in United Kingdom.

Is Whitney based on a true story?

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