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A new Lifetime original is here to tell the story we're all eager to know more about. Learn where to watch I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story today.
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Natalie Suleman's story has been told many different ways — but never like this. I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story premieres Saturday, March 8, at 8/7c on Lifetime, and for the first time, she's taking control of the narrative. We all remember the headlines, the media circus, the relentless scrutiny — but behind the tabloid frenzy was a real person with a life that was unraveling just as fast as it was being splashed across TV screens. It's time to learn where to watch I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story.





I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story
LifetimeStarring Kristen Lee Gutoskie as Suleman, this film digs into the reality behind the spectacle. It starts with her decision to undergo one final IVF procedure — intended to complete her family of six — and follows the whirlwind that came next: becoming a mother of 14 overnight, facing relentless public judgment, and somehow finding a way to move forward. But this isn't just another retelling — Suleman herself is an executive producer, making sure her side of the story finally gets heard.
So, how do you watch? If you want to see it live, you'll need a streaming service with Lifetime. If you'd rather catch up later, Hulu carries plenty of Lifetime content, so it's likely to land there soon after. However you stream it, one thing is clear — this is not the story you remember.
Find out how to watch and check out the trailer below.
You can add Lifetime Movie Club to your Prime Video subscription for an additional fee, and since Amazon Prime ($14.99/month) includes Prime Video at no extra cost, it's an easy way to stream Lifetime movies on demand. The day after its premiere, I Was Octomom: The Natalie Suleman Story will be live on Lifetime Movie Club. For this service, you'll get a week long free trial until you'll pay $4.99/month.
At just $28/month, Philo is one of the most affordable live TV streaming services you can get. And, lucky for you, it has Lifetime. With a seven day free trial, you can watch this movie live in addition to many more TV series and movies you've been wanting to catch up on. Philo also has a streaming library with a lot of next-day shows and movies, meaning that I Was Octomom likely will be available to watch the following day after its premiere.
If you're looking to watch I Was Octomom live, Lifetime is available through Hulu + Live TV, which offers over 95 channels, cloud DVR, and bundled access to Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ for $82.99/month. As for on-demand streaming, Hulu typically carries Lifetime movies the next day, so it'll likely show up there if you don't mind waiting.
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Traveling but still want to watch I Was Octomom live? A VPN makes it easy to stream Lifetime from anywhere by letting you connect to a U.S. server, so you can access your usual streaming services just like you would at home.
If you need a reliable VPN, ExpressVPN is a great option for fast, high-quality streaming, while Private Internet Access offers a more budget-friendly choice. No matter where you are, a VPN ensures you won't have to miss a second of the drama.
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