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Essays

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A cheerful take on the lives of school children in a Swiss rural environment. Young pupils recite short essays they have written on subjects such as the long walk to school, the distribution of milk during breaks, and a brawl in the courtyard.

DirectorPeter Nestler

WritersPeter Nestler·Marianne Beutler

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DocAlliance Films

DocAlliance Films

myfilmfriend

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

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Essays — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Essays?

Essays is streaming on DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Essays on Netflix?

No, Essays is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend.

Is Essays on Amazon Prime Video?

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Essays is available to stream free (with ads) on myfilmfriend in United States.