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The Found Footage Phenomenon

5.820211h 41mRMovieDocumentaryHorror

The documentary tracks the origins of the found footage technique and how it transformed with technological changes throughout the last few decades.

DirectorsSarah Appleton·Phillip Escott
WritersPhillip Escott·Sarah Appleton
ProducersPhillip Escott·Sarah Appleton

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Cast · Directed by Sarah Appleton

AØAndré Øvredal
André Øvredal
Self
PBPatrick Brice
Patrick Brice
Self
RDRuggero Deodato
Ruggero Deodato
Self
JBJames Cullen Bressack
James Cullen Bressack
Self
ESEduardo Sánchez
Eduardo Sánchez
Self
MGMichael Goi
Michael Goi
Self
DL
Derek Lee
Self
CP
Clif Prowse
Self
DPDoron Paz
Doron Paz
Self
ACAislinn Clarke
Aislinn Clarke
Self
DADean Alioto
Dean Alioto
Self
AHAlexandra Heller-Nicholas
Alexandra Heller-Nicholas
Self

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The Found Footage Phenomenon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Found Footage Phenomenon?

The Found Footage Phenomenon is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus and AMC+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Found Footage Phenomenon on Netflix?

No, The Found Footage Phenomenon is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Philo and AMC Plus.

Is The Found Footage Phenomenon on Amazon Prime Video?

The Found Footage Phenomenon 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 Found Footage Phenomenon for free?

The Found Footage Phenomenon is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.