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Janis Ian: Breaking Silence

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In 1965, Janis Ian, a 14-year-old singer-songwriter from New Jersey, wrote “Society’s Child” about an interracial relationship. Recorded and released a year later, the song launched Ian's career, but its subject matter ignited controversy,…

DirectorVarda Bar-Kar
WritersVarda Bar-Kar·Pierre Hauser
ProducersVarda Bar-Kar·Alessandra Pasquino

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Cast · Directed by Varda Bar-Kar

JIJanis Ian
Janis Ian
Self
JBJoan Baez
Joan Baez
Self
JSJean Smart
Jean Smart
Self
LMLaurie Metcalf
Laurie Metcalf
Self
LTLily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin
Self
AGArlo Guthrie
Arlo Guthrie
Self
TP
Tom Paxton
Self
KF
Kye Fleming
Self
DD
Don Dixon
Self

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Janis Ian: Breaking Silence — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Janis Ian: Breaking Silence?

Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Janis Ian: Breaking Silence on Netflix?

No, Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

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Janis Ian: Breaking Silence 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 Janis Ian: Breaking Silence for free?

Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.