- Watch The Secret of Me for free on Channel 4 (UK restricted)
- Watch The Secret of Me for free on ABC iView (AUS restricted)
- Abroad? Watch Channel 4 outside UK with this VPN
The Secret of Me – the intersex documentary directed by Grace Hughes-Hallett (producer of Three Identical Strangers) – follows Jim Ambrose, born “Kristi”. During a feminist studies class, "Kristi" discovers the shocking truth: doctors and his parents kept his intersex medical history from him his entire life.
Having already picked up a slew of awards, you can watch The Secret of Me online and for free with our quick guide below...
Can I watch The Secret of Me for FREE?
Yes! You can watch The Secret of Me online live or on-demand via the 100% free Channel 4 streaming service in the UK, beginning Sunday, Jan 18 2026. However, you'll need a TV license to watch the platform’s content live as it airs.
Not in the UK right now? Use a VPN to watch The Secret of Me on Channel 4 from abroad.
Watch The Secret of Me from anywhere with a VPN
If you're keen to watch The Secret of Me but you're away from home and access to the show is geo-blocked, then you could always use a VPN to access it (assuming you're not breaching any broadcaster T&Cs, of course). You may be surprised by how simple it is to do.
Use a VPN to watch The Secret of Me from anywhere:
Can I watch The Secret of Me online in the US?
As far as we know, The Secret of Me hasn’t been given permission for take off by any US streaming services. Should it get the green light, though, we’ll be sure to update the latest information here.
A UK fan abroad? You’ll need a VPN to connect to Channel 4, which will allow you to stream the show just like you would back home.
How to watch The Secret of Me for FREE in the UK
The Dougray Scott-led thriller The Secret of Me touches down on Channel 4 from Sunday, Nov 16. There are six, one-hour episodes in total.
If you don’t have cable or satellite, you can stream each episode live as it airs on the FREE Channel 4 service, or on-demand soon after episodes have been broadcast.
Outside the UK? To access Channel 4 from abroad, you'll need to download a good VPN, as detailed below.
Where can I watch The Secret of Me in Canada?
The Secret of Me hasn’t been acquired for broadcast in Canada yet.
However, British citizens in Canada could simply purchase a VPN and enjoy every episode via Channel 4 just like you would back home.
Can I watch The Secret of Me online in Australia?
The Secret of Me is available to watch on ABC iView in Australia from January 18, 2026.
NB: If you’re out of the country – say, an Aussie citizen abroad trying to connect to iView, sign up to a VPN to use the same services you have access to back home.
Can I watch The Secret of Me online free in New Zealand?
Although Kiwis can’t watch The Secret of Me online just yet, the six-part drama will likely arrive on TVNZ and TVNZ Plus in the future.
Traveling away from home? Don’t forget that if you’re a Brit in New Zealand, you can use a VPN to tune into Channel 4 while on the move.
The Secret of Me official trailer
The Secret of Me (2025) cast
- Jim Ambrose – the central subject whose life story anchors the film
- Cheryl Chase – appearing as themselves / contributor
- Tiger Devore – appearing as themselves / contributor
Who directed The Secret of Me?
The film is directed by Grace Hughes‑Hallett, known for her work on Three Identical Strangers. It was produced by Rogan Productions and premiered at SXSW 2025.
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