The Eugenics Crusade (2018): cast, story & where to watch

2018 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 2018, The Eugenics Crusade is a documentary film directed by Michelle Ferrari, running about 114 minutes. “What's Wrong With Perfect?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The Eugenics Crusade tells the story of the eugenics movement and its long history in the United States, from its beginnings in the study of heredity, to its rise as a popular movement promising to uplift the human race through state sponsored sterilization, to its influence on immigration laws designed to close our borders to groups deemed genetically inferior.

Who’s in it. The Eugenics Crusade stars Corey Stoll as Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Eugenics Crusade sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Eugenics Crusade page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Eugenics Crusade (2018)?
In US, The Eugenics Crusade is available to stream on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Eugenics Crusade worth watching?
The Eugenics Crusade holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Eugenics Crusade?
The Eugenics Crusade stars Corey Stoll.
When was The Eugenics Crusade released?
The Eugenics Crusade was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.