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The Reason I Jump

7.220201h 22mMovieDocumentary

Based on the book by Naoki Higashida, filmmaker Jerry Rothwell examines the lives of five non-speaking, autistic youngsters.

DirectorJerry Rothwell
ProducersAl Morrow·Jeremy Dear

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jerry Rothwell

JO
Jordan O'Donegan
Narrator
DMDavid Mitchell
David Mitchell
Self
DB
Donna Budway
Self
EB
Emma Budway
Self
JD
Jeremy Dear
Self
JD
Joss Dear
Self
AK
Aarti Khurana
Self
AK
Amrit Khurana
Self
SL
Stevie Lee
Self
BM
Benjamin McGann
Self
BM
Bertra McGann
Self
JP
Jestina Penn-Timity
Self

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The Reason I Jump — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Reason I Jump?

The Reason I Jump is streaming on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Reason I Jump on Netflix?

No, The Reason I Jump is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kino Film Collection and Kanopy.

Is The Reason I Jump on Amazon Prime Video?

The Reason I Jump 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 Reason I Jump for free?

The Reason I Jump is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.