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Fail State

7.020181h 34mMovieDocumentary

This in-depth documentary explores the dark side of American higher education, exposing predatory for-profit colleges and the tactics they use to defraud students and the government.

DirectorAlex Shebanow

WriterNicholas Adams

ProducersJulia Glausi·Dan Rather

Where to watch

fuboTV

Kanopy

Hoopla

Tubi TV

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alex Shebanow

Maxine Waters

Tom Harkin

Claiborne Pell

Self (archive footage)

Ted Kennedy

Self (archive footage)

Barack Obama

Self (archive footage)

Elizabeth Warren

Elizabeth Warren

Self (archive footage)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage)

Alcee L. Hastings

Alcee L. Hastings

Self (archive footage)

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Fail State — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fail State?

Fail State is streaming on fuboTV, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fail State on Netflix?

No, Fail State is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and Kanopy.

Is Fail State on Amazon Prime Video?

Fail State isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Fail State for free?

Fail State is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.