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Man of Aran

7.319341h 16mNRMovieDocumentaryDrama

A documentary on the life of the people of the Aran Islands, who were believed to contain the essence of the ancient Irish life, represented by a pure uncorrupted peasant existence centred around the struggle between man and his hostile…

DirectorRobert Flaherty
WriterRobert Flaherty
ProducerMichael Balcon

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Cast · Directed by Robert Flaherty

CKColman 'Tiger' King
Colman 'Tiger' King
A Man of Aran
MDMaggie Dirrane
Maggie Dirrane
His Wife
MDMichael Dirrane
Michael Dirrane
Their Son
PA
Pat Mullin of Aran
Shark Hunter
PR
Patch 'Red Beard' Ruadh
Shark Hunter
PF
Patcheen Faherty
Shark Hunter
TO
Tommy O'Rourke
Shark Hunter
SD
Stephen Dirrane
Canoeman
PM
Pat McDonough
Canoeman

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Man of Aran — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Man of Aran?

Man of Aran is streaming on Criterion Channel, YouTube Free and Plex in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Man of Aran on Netflix?

No, Man of Aran is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and YouTube Free.

Is Man of Aran on Amazon Prime Video?

Man of Aran 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 Man of Aran for free?

Man of Aran is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free and Plex in United States.