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Ask Dr. Ruth

7.720191h 40mPG-13MovieDocumentary

A documentary portrait chronicling the incredible life of Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a Holocaust survivor who became the United States' most famous sex therapist. As her 90th birthday approaches, Dr. Ruth revisits her painful past and her career at the forefront of the sexual revolution.

DirectorRyan White
ProducersChris Leggett·Ryan White

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Cast · Directed by Ryan White

RWRuth Westheimer
Ruth Westheimer
Self
PL
Pierre Lehu
Self
CR
Cliff Rubin
Self
GW
Greg Willenborg
Self
MW
Miriam Westheimer
Self
LE
Leora Einleger
Self
JCJonathan Capehart
Jonathan Capehart
Self
ME
Melissa Eagan
Self

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Ask Dr. Ruth — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ask Dr. Ruth?

Ask Dr. Ruth is streaming on Hulu in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Ask Dr. Ruth on Netflix?

No, Ask Dr. Ruth is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hulu.

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