Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields (2011) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields (2011) in the UK

Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields (2011) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

Ten years in the making, Strange Powers is an intimate documentary portrait of songwriter Stephin Merritt and his band the Magnetic Fields. With his unique gift for memorable melodies, lovelorn lyrics and wry musical stylings that blend classic Tin Pan Alley with modern sounds, Stephin Merritt has distinguished himself as one of contemporary pop's most beloved and influential artists.

  • Film
  • 2011
  • 89 min
  • ★ 6.8/10 TMDB
  • Documentary
  • Music

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DirectorsKerthy Fix, Gail O'Hara

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Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields for free in the UK?

Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields (2011) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

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