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Behind the Movement

20181h 19mPGMovieDramaTV Movie

Behind the Movement is a unique and fast-paced retelling of how Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat launched the history-making Montgomery Bus Boycott.

DirectorAric Avelino
WriterKatrina O'Gilvie

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Cast · Directed by Aric Avelino

MGMeta Golding
Meta Golding
Rosa
RSRoger Guenveur Smith
Roger Guenveur Smith
Raymond
IWIsaiah Washington
Isaiah Washington
E.D.Nixon
LDLoretta Devine
Loretta Devine
Jo Ann Robinson
MGMarquita Goings
Marquita Goings
AMAl Mitchell
Al Mitchell
Randolph
RCReginald Lashaun Clay
Reginald Lashaun Clay
Rev. King
BSBill Southworth
Bill Southworth
Durr
KBKeith Arthur Bolden
Keith Arthur Bolden
Abernathy
AF
Andrea Frye
LEONA
TMTiffany Morgan
Tiffany Morgan
Virginia
EC
Elyse Collins
Daisy

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Behind the Movement — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Behind the Movement?

Behind the Movement is streaming on fuboTV, Peacock Premium and Philo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Behind the Movement on Netflix?

No, Behind the Movement is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and Peacock Premium.

Is Behind the Movement on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Behind the Movement isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on fuboTV and Peacock Premium instead.

Where can I watch Behind the Movement for free?

Behind the Movement is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex Channel and Plex in United States.