The Free Ones (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2020, The Free Ones is a documentary film directed by Nicolas Lévesque, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The Free Ones is a full-length documentary feature which shows us how four detainees are dealing with the end of their prison sentence, in a sawmill. Can a factory job help them to make the necessary transformation and become free men? Hidden from society’s view and through meetings with their instructors, psychotherapists and other participants, we accompany Samuel, Pierrot, Fred and Steve talk about their hopes and fears during this six-month transition period.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Free Ones sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Tenk. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Free Ones page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Free Ones (2020)?
- In CA, The Free Ones is available to rent or buy from Tenk. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Free Ones worth watching?
- The Free Ones holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Free Ones released?
- The Free Ones was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.