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The Watermelon Woman

TMDb7.0IMDbView on IMDb ↗1997-03-05· 85 min
DramaComedyRomance

A young black lesbian filmmaker probes into the life of The Watermelon Woman, a 1930s black actress who played 'mammy' archetypes.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “The Watermelon Woman” in the United States, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in the United States can differ from other countries.

Where to watch The Watermelon Woman in United States

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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 20 Sept 2026.

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