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Koyaanisqatsi

7.919831h 26mNRMovieDocumentaryMusic

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.

DirectorGodfrey Reggio
WritersRon Fricke·Michael Hoenig
ProducersGodfrey Reggio·Francis Ford Coppola

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Cast · Directed by Godfrey Reggio

EAEd Asner
Ed Asner
Self (archive footage)
PBPat Benatar
Pat Benatar
Self
JCJohnny Carson
Johnny Carson
Self (archive footage)
DCDick Cavett
Dick Cavett
Self (archive footage)
SJSammy Davis Jr.
Sammy Davis Jr.
Self (archive footage)
LDLou Dobbs
Lou Dobbs
Self (archive footage)
LELinda Ellerbee
Linda Ellerbee
Self (archive footage)
PSPeter Sellers
Peter Sellers
Self (archive footage)
TDThomas Dolby
Thomas Dolby
Self (archive footage)

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Koyaanisqatsi — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Koyaanisqatsi?

Koyaanisqatsi is streaming on Kanopy, Pluto TV and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Koyaanisqatsi on Netflix?

No, Koyaanisqatsi is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Pluto TV.

Is Koyaanisqatsi on Amazon Prime Video?

Koyaanisqatsi 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 Koyaanisqatsi for free?

Koyaanisqatsi is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Pluto TV in United States.

Is there a sequel to Koyaanisqatsi?

Yes — Koyaanisqatsi is followed by Powaqqatsi (1988) in the Qatsi Collection.

Is there a prequel to Koyaanisqatsi?

Koyaanisqatsi is the first film in the Qatsi Collection.

Is Koyaanisqatsi part of a trilogy?

Yes — Koyaanisqatsi is part of a trilogy, alongside Powaqqatsi (1988) and Naqoyqatsi (2002).

How many movies are in the Qatsi Collection?

There are 3 films in the Qatsi Collection: Koyaanisqatsi (1983), Powaqqatsi (1988) and Naqoyqatsi (2002).