Looking to watch Lightning Over Water? Nicholas Ray's 1980 Documentary film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on Criterion Channel. The film holds a 66% audience score.
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No, Lightning Over Water is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on Criterion Channel instead.
Lightning Over Water is included with a subscription on Criterion Channel.
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Release Dates
Theatrical
Oct 1, 1980
DVD
Jan 7, 2003
