Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for its upcoming documentary on Leonard Peltier, one of the most enduring and controversial figures in modern Native activism. The film begins streaming globally on Netflix October 12, 2026, offering an in‑depth look at Peltier’s 50‑year imprisonment and the renewed movement fighting for his release.
Directed by Jesse Short Bull and David France, the documentary brings together a powerful team of Native and non‑Native filmmakers, including producers Jhane Myers, Paul McGuire, and Bird Runningwater, with executive producers Jodi Archambault and Nika Soon‑shiong, and co‑executive producer Kevin Jennings.
For half a century, Leonard Peltier has remained imprisoned following a deeply disputed conviction for the deaths of two FBI agents in 1975. His case has sparked global outrage, countless appeals, and decades of activism — yet freedom has remained out of reach.
The documentary follows a new generation of Native organizers who refuse to let Peltier’s story fade. Their movement is louder, more unified, and more visible than ever before. As they push for justice, the film explores why this moment feels different — and why the fight for Peltier’s release continues to resonate across communities worldwide.
Running 107 minutes, the film blends archival material, contemporary activism, and intimate interviews to examine the legacy of the American Indian Movement, the weight of historical trauma, and the enduring hope for change.
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Directed by: Jesse Short Bull, David France
Produced by: Jhane Myers, Paul McGuire, Bird Runningwater
Executive Produced by: Jodi Archambault, Nika Soon‑shiong
Co‑Executive Produced by: Kevin Jennings
