Looking to watch Life Itself? Steve James's 2014 Documentary film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on Philo, Dox Amazon Channel, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex Channel. Rental options start at $3.99, available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, FlixFling, YouTube, and Google Play Movies. If you'd like to own it digitally, you can buy Life Itself starting from $12.99 on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube, FlixFling, and Google Play Movies. The film holds a 75% audience score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Life Itself is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on Philo instead.
Yes, Life Itself is available to watch for free on Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex Channel.
The most affordable option is to rent Life Itself on FlixFling for $3.99.
Yes, you can purchase Life Itself digitally starting at $12.99 on YouTube.
Release Dates
Theatrical
Jul 4, 2014
Digital
Jul 4, 2014
