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The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat

7.0199310mMovieDrama

The story is inspired by the assassination of Chris Hani, leader of the South African Communist Party.

DirectorMira Nair
WritersHelena Kriel·Mira Nair
ProducerBrian Grazer

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mira Nair

JSJennifer Steyn
Jennifer Steyn
Gillian
RSRussel Savadier
Russel Savadier
Howard
BF
Bess Finney
Joyce
SG
Sechaba Gulube
Sipho
DRDolly Rathebe
Dolly Rathebe
Gladys

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The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat?

The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat on Netflix?

No, The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

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No, The Day the Mercedes Became a Hat isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

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