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MERCKX

7.820251h 24mMovieDocumentary

In 1969, the grocery store's son and promising cyclist Eddy Merckx took part in the Tour de France for the first time. He devours the competition and is the first to cross the finish line with a lead of more than seventeen minutes. 'The Cannibal' is born.

DirectorsChristophe Hermans·Boris Tilquin
ProducersPatrick Lauber·Yann Ollivier

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 9 other countries

MERCKX isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Belgium, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia and 5 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Christophe Hermans

EMEddy Merckx
Eddy Merckx
Self

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MERCKX — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams MERCKX?

MERCKX isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Belgium, Switzerland and Spain and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is MERCKX on Netflix?

No, MERCKX is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is MERCKX on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch MERCKX for free?

MERCKX isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is MERCKX based on a true story?

Yes — MERCKX is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).