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The Bit Player

6.620191h 25mMovieDocumentary

The Bit Player tells the story of an overlooked genius, Claude Shannon (the "Father of Information Theory"), who revolutionized the world, but never lost his childlike curiosity.

DirectorMark Levinson

ProducersMark Levinson·Ruediger Urbanke

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mark Levinson

Claude Shannon (young man)

Andrew Patrick Nelson

Bell Labs Engineer

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The Bit Player — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Bit Player?

The Bit Player isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Bit Player on Netflix?

No, The Bit Player is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is The Bit Player on Amazon Prime Video?

The Bit Player 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 Bit Player for free?

The Bit Player isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is The Bit Player based on a true story?

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