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Gleason

8.420161h 50mRMovieDocumentary

At the age of 34, former New Orleans Saints defensive back Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS and given a life expectancy of two to five years. Weeks later, Gleason found out his wife, Michel, was expecting their first child. A video…

DirectorJ. Clay Tweel
WriterJ. Clay Tweel
ProducersKimi Culp·Scott Fujita

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Cast · Directed by J. Clay Tweel

SG
Steve Gleason
Self
MG
Michel Gleason
Self
RG
Rivers Gleason
Self
PV
Paul Varisco
Self
BC
Blair Casey
Self
SF
Scott Fujita
Self
DBDrew Brees
Drew Brees
Self
EVEddie Vedder
Eddie Vedder
Self
MMMike McCready
Mike McCready
Self
VV
Vinnie Varisco
Self
MG
Mike Gleason
Self
GG
Gail Gleason
Self

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Gleason — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gleason?

Gleason is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United States, and available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Gleason on Netflix?

No, Gleason is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video Free.

Is Gleason on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Gleason is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Gleason for free?

Gleason is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United States.

Is Gleason based on a true story?

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