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Marie: A True Story

5.819851h 52mPG-13MovieDrama

In 1978 Tennessee, a single mother and political appointee risks her career and her life to blow the whistle on rampant corruption in the penal system.

DirectorRoger Donaldson
WriterJohn Briley
ProducersFrank Capra, Jr.·Elliot Schick

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Streaming in 1 other country

Marie: A True Story isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Italy. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Roger Donaldson

SSSissy Spacek
Sissy Spacek
Marie Ragghianti
JDJeff Daniels
Jeff Daniels
Eddie Sisk
KSKeith Szarabajka
Keith Szarabajka
Kevin McCormack
MFMorgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman
Charles Traughber
FTFred Thompson
Fred Thompson
Fred Thompson
LBLisa Banes
Lisa Banes
Toni Greer
TWTrey Wilson
Trey Wilson
FBI Agent
JCJohn Cullum
John Cullum
Deputy Attorney General
DHDon Hood
Don Hood
Governor Blanton
CF
Clarence Felder
Jack Lowery
GBGraham Beckel
Graham Beckel
Charlie Benson
MMMacon McCalman
Macon McCalman
Murray Henderson

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Marie: A True Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Marie: A True Story?

Marie: A True Story isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Italy. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Marie: A True Story on Netflix?

No, Marie: A True Story is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Marie: A True Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Marie: A True Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Marie: A True Story for free?

Marie: A True Story isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Marie: A True Story based on a true story?

Yes — Marie: A True Story is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).