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The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act

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In 1882, the United States Congress passed the Chinese Exclusion Act, the law that restricted immigration based explicitly on nationality. In practice, the Act banned entry to anyone who was Chinese.

DirectorsMohammad Babakoohi·Yijia Cao

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The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act — streaming FAQ

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The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act is streaming on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act on Netflix?

No, The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS Documentaries and Kanopy.

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The Dark History of the Chinese Exclusion Act is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.