Where can I watch Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light (2000)?

In US, Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light worth watching?

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light?

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light stars Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison and James Earl Jones.

When was Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light released?

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.

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Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2000, Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is a documentary film directed by Lee Grant, running about 55 minutes.

What it’s about. Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City at the start of his career; his involvement in the US civil-rights movement; and efforts to end apartheid in South Africa. Friends and acquaintances, as well as other performers, give their insights about what makes him so special.

Who’s in it. Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light stars Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant as Narrator, Lady Kendal Isaacs and Norman Jewison, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light (2000)?: In US, Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light worth watching?: Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light?: Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light stars Stanley Burnside, Lee Grant, Lady Kendal Isaacs, Norman Jewison and James Earl Jones.
When was Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light released?: Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.