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Whitney

7.320182h RMovieMusicDocumentary

Examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.

DirectorKevin Macdonald
WriterKevin Macdonald
ProducersJoe Patrick·Rosanne Korenberg

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fuboTVfuboTVParamount Plus PremiumParamount Plus PremiumParamount Plus EssentialParamount Plus EssentialHooplaHoopla
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Kevin Macdonald

WHWhitney Houston
Whitney Houston
Self (archive footage)
BBBobby Brown
Bobby Brown
Self - Ex-Husband
CHCissy Houston
Cissy Houston
Self - Mother
CDClive Davis
Clive Davis
Self - Founder, Arista Records
LRL.A. Reid
L.A. Reid
Self - CEO and President, Arista Records 2000-2004
KCKevin Costner
Kevin Costner
Self - Actor
DWDionne Warwick
Dionne Warwick
Self - Whitney's Cousin (archive footage)
BBBobbi Kristina Brown
Bobbi Kristina Brown
Self (archive footage)
NMNelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
Self (archive footage)
MGMarvin Gaye
Marvin Gaye
Self (archive footage)
BBabyface
Babyface
Self - Songwriter / Producer
RC
Robyn Crawford
Self (archive footage)

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Whitney — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Whitney?

Whitney is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential in United States, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Whitney on Netflix?

No, Whitney is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and Paramount Plus Premium.

Is Whitney on Amazon Prime Video?

Whitney 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 Whitney for free?

Whitney is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

Is Whitney based on a true story?

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