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Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World

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The year 2017 marks the 500th anniversary of one on the most important events in Western civilization: the birth of an idea that continues to shape the life of every American today. In 1517, power was in the hands of the few, thought was…

DirectorDavid Batty
WriterMichael J. Trinklein

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Cast · Directed by David Batty

HBHugh Bonneville
Hugh Bonneville
Narrator (voice)
PDPádraic Delaney
Pádraic Delaney
Martin Luther

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Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World is streaming on PBS Documentaries, Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

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No, Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy.

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Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and The Roku Channel in United States.