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Movie · 2021 · 94 min

Ailey (2021)

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Documentary

Ailey is a 2021 movie (Documentary). Ailey was directed by Jamila Wignot. Ailey runs 94 minutes. It has an average rating of 6/10 from 6 viewers. In United States, you can watch Ailey on Kanopy and Tubi TV.

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Streaming services that carry Ailey, and the countries where you can watch it:

DocPlay 2 countries

Australia, New Zealand

DocPlay Amazon Channel 2 countries

Australia, New Zealand

Marquee TV Amazon Channel 2 countries

United Kingdom, Guernsey

Crave 1 countries

Canada

Crave Amazon Channel 1 countries

Canada

Filmin 1 countries

Spain

Kanopy 1 countries 📍

United States

Tubi TV 1 countries 📍

United States

Plot

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

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Tags

#aids#ballet dancer#gay club#biography#choreography#dance practice#portrait of an artist#visionary art#ballet dancing#figure study

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ailey?

In United States, you can watch Ailey on Kanopy and Tubi TV.

Who stars in Ailey?

The main cast of Ailey includes Robert Battle, Rennie Harris, Darrin Ross, Don Martin and Mary Barnett.

Who directed Ailey?

Ailey was directed by Jamila Wignot.

When was Ailey released?

Ailey was released on July 23, 2021.

How long is Ailey?

Ailey runs 94 minutes.

Is Ailey worth watching?

Ailey has an average rating of 6/10 from 6 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Ailey?

If you enjoyed Ailey, try Paris Is Burning, Cameraperson, David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived and Salinger.

Is Ailey on DocPlay?

Not in United States right now. Ailey is on DocPlay in: Australia and New Zealand.

Is Ailey on DocPlay Amazon Channel?

Not in United States right now. Ailey is on DocPlay Amazon Channel in: Australia and New Zealand.

Is Ailey on Marquee TV Amazon Channel?

Not in United States right now. Ailey is on Marquee TV Amazon Channel in: United Kingdom and Guernsey.

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Updated: October 26, 2026 ·