Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream
Directed by Ed Burke, Beyoncé
Life Is But a Dream is a HBO documentary about the life of US singer Beyoncé Knowles during the years 2011 and 2012 and on the recording of her fifth album. The film was directed by Beyoncé herself. The film shows Beyoncé from intimate moments of her pregnancy to behind the scenes and rehearsals of the main concerts of that time.
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Top cast
Beyoncé
Self
JAŸ-Z
Self
Tina Knowles
Self
Solange
Self (archive footage)
Kelly Rowland
Self (archive footage)
Michelle Williams
Self (archive footage)
Lady Gaga
Self (archive footage)
Matthew Morrison
Self (archive footage)
Ye
Self (uncredited)
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream online?
As of November 4, 2026, Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream is available to stream on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel in United States. Use the country selector above to check availability in other regions — streaming rights are licensed per country, so catalogues differ.
Is Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream on Netflix?
No — Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track. In United States it streams on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel instead.
Can I rent or buy Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream online?
Yes. In United States, Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream is available for digital purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
In which countries can I stream Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream?
As of November 4, 2026, Beyoncé: Life Is But a Dream is included with a streaming subscription (or free with ads) in Canada, Mexico, and United States, among the countries we track.
Streaming availability last checked on November 4, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.
