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The Birth of a Nation

6.620162h RMovieDrama

Nat Turner, a former slave in America, leads a liberation movement in 1831 to free African-Americans in Virginia that results in a violent retaliation from whites.

DirectorNate Parker

WritersJean McGianni Celestin·Nate Parker

ProducersMichael Novogratz·Aaron L. Gilbert

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nate Parker

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

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The Birth of a Nation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Birth of a Nation?

The Birth of a Nation isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Birth of a Nation on Netflix?

No, The Birth of a Nation is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Birth of a Nation on Amazon Prime Video?

The Birth of a Nation 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 The Birth of a Nation for free?

The Birth of a Nation isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Birth of a Nation based on a true story?

Yes — The Birth of a Nation is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).