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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix [Dec. 20-26]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made by Canadian companies, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

Being the Ricardos [Amazon Original]

The latest film from writer-director Aaron Sorkin (The Trial of the Chicago Seven) examines the relationship between I Love Lucy stars Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.

Being the Ricardos stars Nicole Kidman (The Hours), Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men), J.K. Simmons (Whiplash), Nina Arianda (Goliath) and Tony Hale (Veep).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: December 21st, 2021
Genre: Biographical drama
Runtime: 2 hours, 11 minutes

Stream Being the Ricardos here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79/year.

The full list of movies and shows that hit Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Crave

Letterkenny (Season 10) [Crave Original]

All of the Letterkenny men get head-to-toe physicals, the hockey players and the Skids face off in a video game battle and more.

Letterkenny was created by Listowell, Ontario’s Jared Keeso (19-2) and stars Keeso, Calgary’s Nathan Dales (Supernatural), Vancouver’s Michelle Mylett (The Drownsmen) and Toronto’s Trevor K. Wilson (Goosebumps).

Beyond the all-Canadian cast, the series is also filmed in Sudbury, Ontario.

Crave premiere date: December 25th, 2021
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: Seven episodes (around 30 minutes each)

Stream Letterkenny on Crave.

The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52

A mysterious 52 whale becomes isolated after emitting a call unrecognized by other whales.

The Loneliest Whale was directed by Joshua Zeman (Killer Legends).

Crave premiere date: December 20th, 2021
Genre: Animal documentary
Runtime: 1 hour, 36 minutes

Stream The Loneliest Whale here.

The Suicide Squad

In exchange for a reduced sentence, a group of convicts is sent on a deadly search-and-destroy mission to the island nation of Corto Maltese.

The Suicide Squad was written and directed by James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy) and features Margot Robbie (Harley Quinn), Joel Kinnamon (Rick Flag), Viola Davis (Amanda Waller) and Jai Courtney (Captain Boomerang) reprising their respective roles from 2016’s Suicide Squad film, while Idris Elba (Luther), John Cena (F9), David Dastmalchian (Ant-Man), Daniela Melchior (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) and Edmonton’s own Nathan Fillion (Firefly) co-star.

It’s also worth noting that Toronto’s own Jessie Reyez and grandson wrote the single “Rain” (featured in the above trailer) for the film’s soundtrack.

Original theatrical release date: August 6th, 2021
Crave premiere date: December 24th, 2021
Genre: Superhero
Runtime: 2 hours, 12 minutes

Stream The Suicide Squad here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows that hit Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Encanto

The only ordinary member in a special family realizes she may be the only hope of saving the magic surrounding her home.

Encanto was directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard (Zootopia) and features the voices of Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine), María Cecilia Botero (La Bruja), John Leguizamo (Ice Age series) and Mauro Castillo (El Joe: The Legend).

It’s also worth noting that Lin-Manuel Miranda (Moana) wrote new music for Encanto.

Original theatrical release date: November 24th, 2021
Disney+ Canada premiere date: December 24th, 2021
Genre: Animated musical fantasy
Runtime: 1 hour, 49 minutes

Stream Encanto here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows that hit Disney+ in December can be found here.

Netflix

Don’t Look Up [Netflix Original]

Two low-level astronomers go on a media tour in an attempt to warn the world about an incoming asteroid that will destroy Earth.

Don’t Look Up was written and directed by Adam McKay (The Big Short) and features an ensemble cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio (The Revenant), Jennifer Lawrence (Silver Linings Playbook), Meryl Streep (The Iron Lady), Jonah Hill (Moneyball), Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies) and Timothée Chalamet (Call Me By Your Name).

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 24th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi, black comedy
Runtime: 2 hours, 18 minutes

Stream Don’t Look Up here.

Emily in Paris (Season 2) [Netflix Original]

Emily finds her footing in Paris until the fallout from a night of passion threatens to upend everything.

Emily in Paris was created by Darren Star (Sex and the City) and stars Lily Collins (Rules Don’t Apply), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Call My Agent!) and Ashley Park (Mean Girls on Broadway).

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 22nd, 2021
Genre: Comedy-drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (27 to 39 minutes each)

Stream Emily in Paris here.

Jim Gaffigan: Comedy Monster [Netflix Original]

Comedian Jim Gaffigan riffs on the year that was, billionaires, marching bands and more.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 22nd, 2021
Genre: Stand-up comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 10 minutes

Stream Jim Gaffigan: Comedy Monster here.

Stories of a Generation with Pope Francis [Netflix Original]

Inspiring men and women over 70 discuss their important life lessons and choices.

In addition to Pope Francis, other featured people include director Martin Scorsese (Goodfellas) and primatologist Jane Goodall.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 25th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: TBA

Stream Stories of a Generation with Pope Francis here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $13.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $16.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

What are you planning on streaming this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix [Dec. 13-19]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made by Canadian companies, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

The Grand Tour presents… Carnage A Trois [Amazon Original]

In its second COVID special, the trio goes on a road trip from the Welsh hills to explore the world of French car culture.

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: December 16th, 2021
Genre: Reality
Runtime: 1 hour, 8 minutes

Stream The Grand Tour presents… Carnage A Trois here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Apple TV+

Swan Song [Apple Original]

After being diagnosed with a terminal illness, a husband and father is given a controversial solution: to replace himself with a clone.

Swan Song was written and directed by Benjamin Cleary (Stutterer) and stars Mahershala Ali (Moonlight), Naomie Harris (Moonlight), Awkwafina (Nora from Queens), Glenn Close (Fatal Attraction) and Ashern, Manitoba’s Adam Beach (Law & Order: Special Victims Unit).

It’s worth noting that the movie was filmed in Vancouver.

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: December 17th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi, drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 52 minutes

Stream Swan Song here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99 in Canada.

Crave

Finding Magic Mike

After making the Magic Mike movies together, executive producers Channing Tatum and Steven Soderbergh reunite for this unscripted competition series.

In it, 10 men who have “lost their magic” must strip their clothes, regain their mojo and take home $100,000.

Crave/HBO Max Canada premiere date: December 16th, 2021 (all episodes)
Genre: Reality competition
Runtime: Seven episodes (39 to 46 minutes each)

Stream Finding Magic Mike here.

Station Eleven

Survivors of a devastating flu attempt to build a new world.

Based on the 2014 novel of the same name by Comox, B.C.’s Emily St. John Mandel, Station Eleven features an ensemble cast that includes Vancouver’s own Mackenzie Davis (Halt and Catch Fire), Himesh Patel (EastEnders), Matilda Lawler (Flora & Ulysses) and David Wilmot (Ripper Street).

It’s worth noting that the show was filmed in Mississauga, Ontario and the story actually begins in Toronto.

Crave/HBO Max premiere date: December 16th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Sci-fi, drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (45 to 49 minutes each)

Stream Station Eleven here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Foodtastic [Disney+ Original]

Keke Palmer (Scream Queens) hosts this global competition series that tasks artists with creating Disney-themed sculptures made entirely out of food.

Disney+ Canada premiere date: December 16th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Sci-fi, drama
Runtime: 11 episodes (43 to 45 minutes each)

Stream Foodtastic here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ in December can be found here.

Netflix

Puff: Wonders of the Reef [Netflix Original]

Narrated by Rose Byrne (Bridesmaids), this documentary follows a baby pufferfish as he searches for a home on the Great Barrier Reef.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 16th, 2021
Genre: Animal documentary
Runtime: 1 hour, 2 minutes

Stream Puff: Wonders of the Reef here.

The Witcher (Season 2) [Netflix Original]

Geralt fights to protect Ciri from the forces battling for control of the Continent.

The series is based on Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy novel series of the same name, adapted for the screen by Lauren S. Hissrich (Daredevil) and stars Henry Cavill (Man of Steel), Anya Chalotra (Wanderlust), Freya Allan (The Third Day) and Kim Bodnia (Killing Eve).

It’s also worth noting that Netflix has already renewed the series for a third season.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 17th, 2021
Genre: Fantasy
Runtime: Eight episodes (52 to 63 minutes each)

Stream The Witcher here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $13.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $16.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

YouTube

Power On: The Story of Xbox

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Xbox, Microsoft has released a new docuseries chronicling the history of the gaming brand.

Notably, the series features interviews with a slew of key gaming industry figures to provide a behind-the-scenes look at the original Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One eras.

VOD premiere date: December 13th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Six episodes (39 to 42 minutes each)

Power On: The Story of Xbox can be streamed for free on a variety of platforms, including Xbox’s YouTube channel and Microsoft’s Movies & TV app.

What are you planning on watching this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix [Dec. 6-12]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made by Canadian companies, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

Encounter [Amazon Original]

A marine attempts to rescue his children from an alien threat.

Encounter was co-written and directed by Michael Pearce (Beast) and stars Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal), Octavia Spencer (The Help) and Janina Gavankar (The Morning Show).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi thriller
Runtime: 1 hour, 48 minutes

Stream Encounter here.

The Expanse (Season 6) [Amazon Original]

In the series’ final season, Holden and the Rocinante crew face off against Marco Inaros and his Free Navy.

Based on James S. A. Corey’s eponymous novel series, The Expanse was created by Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby (Iron Man) and stars Steven Strait (Magic City), Dominique Tipper (Vampire Academy) and Wes Chatham (The Hunger Games series).

It’s worth noting that the series is filmed in Toronto.

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: Six episodes (around one hour each)

Stream The Expanse here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Apple TV+

Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne [Apple Original]

Vancouver-based WildBrain returns with a new Peanuts special that sees Charlie Brown try to accomplish one of his New Year’s resolutions before midnight while Lucy plans a New Year’s Eve party.

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Animated, family
Runtime: 38 minutes

Stream Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99 in Canada.

Crave

And Just Like That…

Years after the events of Sex and the City, Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker), Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) and Charlotte (Kristin Davis) are back to navigate life and friendship in their 50s.

It’s important to note that Courtenay, B.C.-raised Kim Cattrall did not return as Samantha, although other Sex and the City actors reprise their roles, including Mario Cantone (Anthony), David Eigenberg (Steve), Sara Ramirez (Che) and Chris Noth (Mr. Big).

Crave/HBO Max premiere date: December 9th, 2021 (first two episodes, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Comedy-drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (around one hour each)

Stream And Just Like That… here. It’s worth noting that all six seasons of Sex and the City are also available on Crave.

1 Queen 5 Queers [Crave Original]

Inspired by MTV Canada’s 1 Girl 5 Gays, Toronto’s Brooke Lynn Hytes (RuPaul’s Drag Race and Canada’s Drag Race) moderates a panel to discuss challenges facing the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Crave premiere date: December 9th, 2021 (first two episodes, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Reality
Runtime: Eight episodes (around 30 minutes each)

Stream 1 Queen 5 Queers here.

Space Jam: A New Legacy

Basketball legend LeBron James teams up with the Looney Tunes in the Warner Bros. ‘ServerVerse’ to save his son from an evil AI.

Space Jam: A New Legacy was directed by Malcolm D. Lee (Barbershop: The Next Cut) and stars James as a fictionalized version of himself, Don Cheadle (the Iron Man series) and Sonequa Martin-Green (Star Trek: Discovery) in live-action roles, Looney Tunes veterans Jeff Bergman and Toronto’s own Eric Bauza as most of the Tunes, and Zendaya (Euphoria) as Lola Bunny.

Original release date: July 16th, 2021 (theatres and digital)
Crave premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Live-action animated comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 55 minutes

Stream Space Jam: A New Legacy here.

Who Killed Marie-Josée? [Crave Original]

Crave Who Killed Marie-Josée?

An investigation into the death of Quebecois supermodel Marie-Josée Saint-Antoine in New York City.

Note: the docuseries is in French with English subtitles.

Crave premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Three episodes (43 to 44 minutes each)

Stream Who Killed Marie Josée? here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Welcome to Earth [Disney+ Original]

Two-time Oscar nominee Will Smith (Ali) travels around the world to explore volcanoes, deserts and more.

Disney+ Canada premiere date: December 8th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Six episodes (36 to 44 minutes each)

Stream Welcome to Earth here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ in December can be found here.

Netflix

Nicole Byer BBW (Big Beautiful Weirdo) [Netflix Original]

In her first Netflix comedy special, comedian Nicole Byer riffs on Karens, lockdown hookups, cat funerals and more.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 7th, 2021
Genre: Stand-up comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 5 minutes

Stream Nicole Byer BBW (Big Beautiful Weirdo) here.

Titans (Season 3) [Netflix Original]

The Titans face off against Red Hood and a mysterious new villain aiming to destroy Gotham City.

Based on DC Comics’ Teen Titans characters, Titans features an ensemble cast that includes Brenton Thwaites (Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales), Anna Diop (Us), Teagan Croft (The Osiris Child), Ryan Potter (Big Hero 6) and Curran Walters (Too Close to Home).

Original run: August to October 2021 (HBO Max in the U.S.)
Netflix Canada premiere date: December 8th, 2021
Genre: Superhero
Runtime: 13 episodes (41 to 52 minutes each)

Stream Titans here.

The Unforgiveable [Netflix Original]

After being released from prison, a woman convicted of murder seeks to rebuild her life.

Based on the 2009 British miniseries Unforgiven, The Unforgiveable was directed by Nora Fingscheidt (System Crasher) and stars Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side), Viola Davis (How To Get Away With Murder), Vincent D’Onofrio (Full Metal Jacket) and Jon Bernthal (Marvel’s Punisher).

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 10th, 2021
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 54 minutes

Stream The Unforgivable here.

Voir [Netflix Original]

Executive produced by David Fincher (Mank), Voir is a collection of essays praising various cinematic works, including Lawrence of Arabia and Jaws.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 6th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Six episodes (17 to 24 minutes each)

Stream Voir here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

What are you planning on watching this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+, Netflix and PVOD [Nov. 29-Dec. 5]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Netflix, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made by Canadian companies, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

Harlem [Amazon Original]

A group of 30-something Black best friends navigates careeers and relationships in Harlem, New York City.

Created by Tracy Oliver (Girls Trip), Harlem stars Meagan Good (Deception), Grace Byers (Empire), Shoniqua Shandai (Bodied) and Jerrie Johnson (Good Trouble).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: December 3rd, 2021
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (30 to 37 minutes each)

Stream Harlem here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here. Additionally, click here to find out what’s coming to the service this month.

Apple TV+

Mariah’s Christmas — The Magic Continues [Apple Original]

Singer-songwriter Mariah Carey (“All I Want For Christmas Is You”) returns for a second Apple Christmas special.

Notably, it will feature the first and only performance of Carey’s new single, “Fall in Love at Christmas.”

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: December 3rd, 2021
Genre: Musical
Runtime: 18 minutes

Stream Mariah’s Christmas — The Magic Continues here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99 in Canada.

Crave

Music Box: Listening to Kenny G

Director Penny Lane (Hail Satan?) takes a look at popular jazz artist Kenny G, who speaks about his background, work ethic and more.

Crave premiere date: December 2nd, 2021
Genre: Music documentary
Runtime: 1 hour, 36 minutes

Stream Music Box: Listening to Kenny G here.

Santa Inc.

After getting poached by Amazon on Christmas Eve, North Pole elf Candy Smalls vies for the role of the first female Santa Claus.

Santa, Inc. was created by Alexandra Rushfield (Parks & Recreation) and features the voices of Sarah Silverman (The Sarah Silverman Program), Vancouver’s own Seth Rogen (Superbad) and Leslie Grossman (American Horror Story).

Crave/HBO Max premiere date: December 2nd, 2021
Genre: Music documentary
Runtime: Eight episodes (22 to 26 minutes each)

Stream Santa Inc. here.

Vigil

Police come into conflict with Navy and British security services over an investigation into a conspiracy spanning land and sea.

Vigil was created by Tom Edge (Lovesick) and stars Suranne Jones (Coronation Street), Rose Leslie (Game of Thrones) and Shaun Evans (Endeavour).

Original TV broadcast run: August to September 2021 (BBC One in the U.K.)
Crave premiere date: December 5th, 2021 (first two episodes, two new episodes every Sunday)
Genre: Police procedural
Runtime: Six episodes (around one hour each)

Stream Vigil here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here. Additionally, click here to find out what’s coming to the service this month.

Disney+

Diary of a Wimpy Kid [Disney+ Original]

Greg struggles to get through middle school to achieve his big dreams of being rich and famous.

Based on Jeff Kinney’s Wimpy Kid books, Diary of Wimpy Kid was directed by Swinton Scott (The Simpsons) and features the voices of Brady Noon (The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers), Ethan William Childress (Mixed-Ish) and Toronto’s Chris Diamantopoulos (The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse).

Disney+ Canada premiere date: December 3rd, 2021
Genre: Animated comedy
Runtime: 56 minutes

Stream Diary of a Wimpy Kid here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows that hit Disney+ in November can be found here. Disney has not yet released the list of new December content.

Netflix

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean [Netflix Original]

In the fifth season of the popular anime series, Jolyne and her companions take on new Stand users behind the bars of Green Dolphin Street Prison.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure was created by Hirohiko Araki and features both Japanese and English voiceover.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 1st, 2021
Genre: Anime
Runtime: 12 episodes (24 to 25 minutes each)

Stream JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure here.

Lost in Space (Season 3) [Netflix Original]

In the final season, the Robinsons race to reunite and protect Alpha Centauri from a robot invasion.

Lost in Space is based on the 1965 series of the same name and stars Maple Ridge, B.C.’s Molly Parker (House of Cards), Toby Stephens (Black Sails), Maxwell Jenkins (Sense8) and Vancouver’s Taylor Russell (Waves). It’s worth noting that the series was filmed in Vancouver.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 1st, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: Eight episodes (39 to 58 minutes each)

Stream Lost in Space here.

Money Heist — Part 5, Volume 2 [Netflix Original]

Netflix’s massively popular crime series comes to an end.

The series was created by Álex Pina (Vis a Vis) and stars Úrsula Corberó (Física o Química), Álvaro Morte (Mirage) and Itziar Ituño (Pulsaciones).

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 3rd, 2021
Genre: Crime drama
Runtime: Five episodes (50 to 76 minutes each)

Stream Money Heist here.

The Power of the Dog

A rancher intimidates his brother’s new wife and her teenaged son until old secrets surface.

Based on Thomas Savage’s 1967 novel of the same name, The Power of the Dog was written and directed by Jane Campion (The Piano) and stars Benedict Cumberbatch (The Imitation Game), Kirsten Dunst (Melancholia), Jesse Plemons (Fargo) and Kodi Smit-McPhee (Dawn of the Planet of the Apes).

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 1st, 2021
Genre: Western drama
Runtime: 2 hours, 6 minutes

Stream The Power of the Dog here.

Single All The Way [Netflix Original]

Peter has his best friend pose as his boyfriend at home for Christmas, but plans change after the family plays matchmaker.

Single All The Way was directed by Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening) and stars Michael Urie (Ugly Betty) and Philemon Chambers (Of Hearts and Castles).

Notably, this is Netflix’s gay holiday romantic comedy film.

Netflix Canada premiere date: December 2nd, 2021
Genre: Holiday romantic comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 41 minutes

Stream Single All The Way here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows that hit Netflix Canada in November can be found here. Additionally, click here to find out what’s coming to the service this month.

Premium video on demand (PVOD)

Dune

Paul, the heir to the royal House Atreides, is burdened with a great destiny that leads him to get caught up in a war on a dangerous planet.

Based on Frank Herbert’s series of novels of the same name, Dune was co-written and directed by Bécancour, Quebec’s own Denis Villeneuve (Blade Runner 2049) and features an ensemble cast that includes Timothée Chalamet (Call Me By Your Name), Oscar Isaac (Inside Llewyn Davis), Rebecca Ferguson (Doctor Sleep), Josh Brolin (Sicario) and Stellan Skarsgård (Chernobyl).

It’s important to note that this is film covers the first half of Herbert’s novel; a sequel to complete the story has been confirmed for a fall 2023 release. The first part of Dune will also come to Crave at some point, although it’s unclear when.

Original theatrical release date: October 22nd, 2021
PVOD premiere date: December 3rd, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: 2 hours, 35 minutes

Dune can be rented for $24.99 on PVOD platforms like iTunes, Google Play, Amazon Prime Video and the Cineplex Store.

What are you planning on streaming this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Crave, Disney+, Netflix and PVOD [Nov. 22-28]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

Hanna (Season 3) [Amazon Original]

Hanna and Marissa uncover dark secrets as they work to put an end to UTRAX, once and for all.

Based on Seth Lochhead and David Farr’s 2011 film of the same name, Amazon’s Hanna stars Esmé Creed-Miles (Pond Life), Mireille Enos (The Killing) and Ray Liotta (Goodfellas).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: November 24th, 2021
Genre: Action-drama
Runtime: Six episodes (44 to 53 minutes each)

Stream Hanna here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Crave

Harry Potter extravaganza

After a weird period of the Harry Potter movies not being on any Canadian streaming service, and a time when only the final four films were available on Netflix due to “territorial licensing,” the entire series is now on Crave.

Notably, this comes shortly after the first film, The Philosopher’s Stone, celebrated its 20th anniversary (in North America) on November 16th.

For reference, the following eight films are now on Crave:

  • Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
  • Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
  • Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
  • Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
  • Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part 1
  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows — Part 2

What’s more, a brand-new competition series called Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses is hitting Crave on November 28th at 8pm ET. Hosted by Oscar winner Helen Mirren (The Queen), Hogwarts Tournament of Houses sees fans facing off in Potter trivia battles, with guest appearances from the likes of Tom Felton (Potter‘s Draco Malfoy), late-night comedian Jay Leno and Saturday Night Live‘s Pete Davidson.

New episodes of the four-part series will release every Sunday at 8pm ET.

Finally, it’s important to note that a reunion special titled Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts is set to hit Crave on January 1st, 2022, the same date it airs on HBO Max in the U.S. The special will see Daniel Radcliffe (Harry), Rupert Grint (Ron) and Emma Watson (Hermione) joined by a slew of other stars from the series to look back on 20 years of Potter films.

8-Bit Christmas

In the late ’80s, a ten-year-old boy sets off on the seemingly impossible task of trying to buy a Nintendo Entertainment System.

Based on Kevin Jakubowski’s 2013 book of the same name, 8-Bit Christmas was directed by London, Ontario’s Michael Dowse (FUBAR) and stars Neil Patrick Harris (How I Met Your Mother), Winslow Fegley (Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made) and June Diane Raphael (How Did This Get Made?).

It’s worth noting that the movie was shot in Toronto.

Crave premiere date: November 24th, 2021
Genre: Comedy, family
Runtime: 1 hour, 37 minutes

Stream 8-Bit Christmas here.

How To With John Wilson (Season 2)

John Wilson returns to another funny and heartfelt look at the people of New York, who he tries to give advice on relatable topics.

Crave premiere date: November 26th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Six episodes (ADD LATER)

Stream How To With John Wilson here.

Pig

A truffle hunter returns to Portland to find the man who stole his beloved pig.

Pig was written and directed by Michael Sarnoski (Olympia) and stars Nicolas Cage (Adaptation), Alex Wolff (Hereditary) and Adam Arkin (Chicago Hope).

PVOD release date: August 3rd, 2021
Crave premiere date: November 26th, 2021
Genre: Drama, thriller
Runtime: 1 hour, 32 minutes

Stream Pig here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

The Beatles: Get Back [Disney+ Original]

The Lord of the Rings filmmaker Peter Jackson takes you back into the intimate recording sessions of the iconic English rock band.

Disney+ Canada premiere date: November 25th to 27th, 2021 (new part each day)
Genre: Music documentary
Runtime: Three parts (2 hours, 27 minutes to 2 hours, 53 minutes each)

Stream The Beatles: Get Back here.

Hawkeye [Disney+ Original]

After Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow got her own movie earlier this year, Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye was the last Avenger to not get his own solo MCU project — until now.

Set two years after the events of Avengers: Endgame, Hawkeye follows Clint Barton as he tries to make it home for Christmas after getting caught up with a young archer named Kate Bishop and New York’s criminal underbelly.

Hawkeye was created by Jonathan Igla (Mad Men) and co-stars Hailee Steinfeld (Dickinson), Vera Farmiga (The Conjuring series), Tony Dalton (Better Call Saul), Fra Fee (Les Misérables) and newcomer Alaqua Cox. It’s worth noting that Cox, an actual deaf Native American, plays the deaf Native American character Echo, who’s getting her own Disney+ spin-off at some point in the future.

Disney+ Canada premiere date: November 24th (first two episodes, new episodes every Wednesday)
Genre: Superhero
Runtime: Six episodes (around 40-50 minutes each)

Stream Hawkeye here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ this month can be found here.

Netflix

A Boy Called Christmas [Netflix Original]

This reimaging of the story of Father Christmas follows a boy as he ventures in the white north in search of his father.

A Boy Called Christmas was directed by Gil Kenan (Poltergeist) and stars Henry Lawfull (2018’s Les Misérables), Jim Broadbent (Iris), Sally Hawkins (The Shape of Water) and Michael Huisman (The Flight Attendant).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 24th
Genre: Christmas fantasy
Runtime: 1 hour, 46 minutes

Stream A Boy Called Christmas here.

Bruised [Netflix Original]

A disgraced MMA fighter returns for one last fight after the son she left behind re-enters her life.

Bruised is the directorial debut of Halle Berry (Monster’s Ball) and stars Berry, Toronto’s Shameier Anderson (Wynonna Earp), Adan Canto (Designated Survivor) and Sheila Atim (The Pale Horse).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 24th
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 2 hours, 12 minutes

Stream Bruised here.

F is for Family (Season 5) [Netflix Original]

In the series’ final season, Frank obsesses over a cryptic message from his dad and Sue tries to resolve family issues.

F is for Family was created by Bill Burr (The Mandalorian) and Michael Price (The Simpsons) and features the voice of Burr, Laura Dern (Marriage Story), Justin Long (Ed) and Haley Reinhart (American Idol).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 26th, 2021
Genre: Animated sitcom
Runtime: Eight episodes (27-30 minutes each)

Stream F is For Family here.

Masters of the Universe: Revelation — Part 2 [Netflix Original]

As the ultimate battle of Eternia fast approaches, a surprising alliance is formed between heroes and villains.

Based on Roger Sweet’s He-Man character, Masters of the Universe: Revelation was created by Kevin Smith (Clerks) and features an ensemble voice cast that includes Chris Wood (Supergirl), Mark Hamill (Star Wars series), Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones), Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and Lena Headey (Game of Thrones).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 23rd, 2021
Genre: Animated fantasy
Runtime: Five episodes (23 to 32 minutes each)

Stream Masters of the Universe: Revelation here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

Premium video on demand (PVOD)

The Humans

Three generations of the Blake family gather for Thanksgiving dinner, only for tensions to reach a boiling point.

Written and directed by Stephen Karam (who also penned the play it’s adapted from), The Humans stars Beanie Feldstein (Booksmart), Richard Jenkins (The Visitor), Jayne Houdyshell (Only Murders in the Building), Amy Schumer (Trainwreck) and Steven Yeun (Minari).

PVOD release date: November 26th, 2021
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 48 minutes

The Humans can be rented for $5.99/purchased for $14.99 on iTunes and Amazon Prime Video, rented for $4.99/purchased for $12.99 on Google Play) and rented for $4.99/purchased for $14.99 on the Cineplex Store.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage

Eddie Brock/Venom face off against a serial killer who’s bonded with a symbiote to become the deadly Carnage.

Directed by The Lord of the Rings‘ Andy Serkis, Let There Be Carnage stars Tom Hardy (Legend), Woody Harrelson (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), Michelle Williams (Manchester by the Sea) and Naomie Harris (Moonlight).

Original theatrical premiere date: October 1st, 2021
PVOD release date: November 26th, 2021
Genre: Superhero
Runtime: 1 hour, 37 minutes

Venom: Let There Be Carnage can be rented for $24.99 on PVOD platforms like iTunes, Google Play and Amazon Prime Video, and $26.99 on the Cineplex Store.

What are you planning on streaming this week? Let us know in the comments!

For more suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Netflix [Nov. 15-21]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Amazon Prime Video

The Great (Season 2) [Exclusive Content]

Catherine prepares to give birth to the future of Russia.

The Great is based on Tony McNamara’s play of the same name and stars Elle Fanning (Super 8) and Nicholas Hoult (Mad Max: Fury Road).

Hulu premiere date: November 19th, 2021
Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: November 20th, 2021
Genre: Historical comedy-drama
Runtime: Ten episodes (around one hour each)

Stream The Great here.

The Wheel of Time [Amazon Original]

A magician takes a group of five young people around the world, believing that one of them might hold the power to either save or destroy the world.

Based on Robert Jordan’s novel series of the same name, The Wheel of Time was developed by Rafe Judkins (Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) and stars Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl), Daniel Henney (Criminal Minds), Madeleine Madden (Tidelands) and Zoë Robins (Power Rangers Ninja Steel).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: November 19th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Friday)
Genre: Fantasy
Runtime: Eight episodes (around one hour each)

Stream The Wheel of Time here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Crave

Jagged

The second documentary in HBO’s Music Box series explores Ottawa-born singer-songwriter’s creation of her groundbreaking album, Jagged Little Pill.

The film features an in-depth interview with Morissette alongside never-before-seen archival material.

Crave premiere date: November 18th, 2021
Genre: Music documentary
Runtime: 1 hour, 37 minutes

Stream Jagged here.

The Sex Lives of College Girls

Four college roommates at New England’s prestigious Essex College carry out sexually active lifestyles in between classes.

The Sex Lives of College Girls was created by Mindy Kaling (The Office) and Justin Noble (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) and stars Pauline Chalamet (The King of Staten Island), Markham, Ontario’s Amrit Kaur (The D Cut), Reneé Rapp (the Mean Girls musical) and Alyah Chanelle Scott (Walk Off).

Crave premiere date: November 18th, 2021 (first two episodes, new episodes every week)
Genre: Comedy-drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (around 30 minutes to an hour each)

Stream The Sex Lives of College Girls here.

Star Trek: Discovery (Season 4)

Captain Burnham and the S.S. Discovery crew face a new threat that’s rocked both the Federation and non-Federation worlds.

Star Trek: Discovery was created by Bryan Fuller (Hannibal) and Alex Kurtzman (J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek movies) and stars Sonequa Martin-Green (The Walking Dead), Doug Jones (The Shape of Water), Anthony Rapp (Rent) and Mary Wiseman (Longmire).

Crave premiere date: November 18th, 2021 (new episodes weekly)
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: TBA

Stream Star Trek: Discovery here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $19.99/month, with Starz costing an additional $5.99/month. A mobile-only subscription is also available for $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Netflix

Cowboy Bebop [Netflix Original]

A ragtag group of bounty hunters hunts criminals in its spaceship.

Based on Hajime Yatate’s anime of the same name, Cowboy Bebop was developed by André Nemec (Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol) and stars John Cho (Harold & Kumar series), Mustafa Shakir (Marvel’s Luke Cage) and Daniella Pineda (Jurassic World series).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 19th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: Ten episodes (38 to 60 minutes each)

Stream Cowboy Bebop here.

Tick, Tick… Boom! [Netflix Original]

Fast approaching 30, a promising theatre composer balances his personal relationships and career in an effort to create something great.

Based on Rent creator Jonathan Larson’s semi-autographical musical of the same name, Tick, Tick… Boom! was directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton) and stars Andrew Garfield (Hacksaw Ridge), Robin de Jesús (In The Heights), Alexandra Shipp (Straight Outta Compton), Winnipeg-born Joshua Henry (Hamilton) and Vanessa Hudgens (High School Musical).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 19th, 2021
Genre: Musical drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 55 minutes

Stream Tick, Tick… Boom! here.

Tiger King 2 [Netflix Original]

The second season of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries offers more revelations in the wild saga of Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin and Jeff Lowe.

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 19th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Five episodes (40 to 45 minutes each)

Stream Tiger King 2 here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

What are you planning on watching this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+, Netflix and PVOD [Nov. 8-14]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Finally, with the COVID-19 pandemic causing many movies to hit digital platforms much sooner than planned, we’ll make note of any major films — as well as other notable streaming service news — that fall into this category when applicable.

Amazon Prime Video

Always Jane [Amazon Original]

This docuseries follows a transgender teenager with big aspirations in small-town New Jersey.

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: November 12th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: Four episodes (44 to 47 minutes each)

Stream Always Jane here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada this month can be found here.

Apple TV+

The Shrink Next Door [Apple Original]

A seemingly normal relationship between a charming psychiatrist and his longtime patient becomes marred by manipulation and dysfunction.

Based on Joe Nocera’s podcast of the same name, The Shrink Next Door and stars Will Ferrell (Anchorman), Paul Rudd (Living With Yourself), Kathryn Hahn (WandaVision) and Casey Wilson (Happy Endings).

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: November 12th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Friday)
Genre: Dark comedy
Runtime: Eight episodes (ADD LATER)

Stream The Shrink Next Door here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99/month in Canada.

Crave

The Freak Brothers

After smoking a magical strain of weed in 1969, a trio of anti-establishment stoners awakens 50 years later in present-day San Francisco.

Based on the cult-classic comic series of the same name, The Freak Brothers features the voices of Woody Harrelson (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), Pete Davidson (Saturday Night Live), John Goodman (The Big Lebowski) and Tiffany Haddish (Girls Trip).

Crave premiere date: November 14th, 2021 (first episode, new episodes every week)
Genre: Animated comedy
Runtime: Eight episodes (around 30 mins)

Stream The Freak Brothers here.

Kevin Garnett: Anything is Possible

This documentary highlights the career and legacy of NBA star Kevin Harnett, featuring voices like Allen Iverson and Snoop Dogg.

Crave premiere date: November 12th, 2021
Genre: Sports documentary
Runtime: 2 hours

Stream Kevin Garnett: Anything is Possible here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $9.99/month, with Starz costing another $5.99/month and HBO an additional $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Disney+ Day

This is a big week for the Disney-owned service.

To celebrate its two-year anniversary, Disney kicked off its inaugural annual Disney+ Day celebration on November 12th. As part of that, a slew of announcements was made — you can read more on those here.

For now, though, here’s a list of everything that hit Disney+ on November 12th:

  • Ciao Alberto (short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Dopesick (series premiere) [Star Original]
  • Enchanted
  • Entrelazados (series premiere, all episodes) [Disney+ Original]
  • Feast (Short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Frozen Fever (Short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Get A Horse! (Short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Jungle Cruise
  • Home Sweet Home Alone (series premiere) [Disney+ Original]
  • The Little Matchgirl (short)
  • Marvel Studios’ 2021 Disney+ Day Special — explores the “past, present and future” of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
  • Olaf Presents (all episodes) [Disney+ Original]
  • Paperman (Short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Pixar Animation Studios presentation
  • Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
  • The Simpsons in Plusaversary (short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Tangled Ever After (short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Tick Tock Tale (short) [Disney+ Original]
  • Under the Helmet: The Legacy of Boba Fett [Disney+ Original]
  • The World According to Jeff Goldblum (Season 2 premiere, first five episodes) [Disney+ Original]

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ this month can be found here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year. It’s worth noting, however, that new and returning Disney+ users can get one month of the service for $1.99 until November 14th.

Netflix

Animal [Netflix Original]

Get a close-up look at “the world’s most magnificent creatures.”

Notably, the series is narrated by a slew of celebrities, including Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad), Rashida Jones (Parks & Recreation), Anthony Mackie (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier), Rebel Wilson (Pitch Perfect series) and Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 10th, 2021
Genre: Nature documentary
Runtime: Four episodes (44 t0 50 mins each)

Stream Animal here.

Passing [Netflix Original]

In 1920s New York City, a Black woman gets reconnected with a former childhood friend who’s passing as white.

Based on Nella Larsen’s 1929 novel of the same name, Passing was written and directed by Rebecca Hall (Christine) and stars Tessa Thompson (Westworld), Ruth Negga (Preacher) and André Holland (Moonlight).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 10th, 2021
Genre: Black-and-white drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 38 minutes

Stream Passing here.

Red Notice [Netflix Original]

An FBI agent reluctantly teams up with a notorious art thief to catch a rival criminal.

Red Notice was directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber (Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story) and stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (The Fast & Furious franchise), Vancouver’s own Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool ) and Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman).

It’s worth noting that with a reported budget of $200 million USD (about $250 million CAD), Red Notice is Netflix’s most expensive film to date.

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 12th, 2021
Genre: Action-comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 57 minutes

Stream Red Notice here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

Premium video on demand (PVOD)

No Time To Die

One month after opening in theatres, Daniel Craig’s James Bond swan song is now available on PVOD platforms.

The film follows Bond as he’s pulled out of retirement by the CIA to investigate a kidnapped scientist who holds the key to a deadly bioweapon. No Time To Die was directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga (True Detective) and features the return of Léa Seydoux (Madeleine Swann), Ben Whishaw (Q), Naomie Harris (Eve Moneypenny), Christoph Waltz (Ernst Stavro Blofeld), Jeffrey Wright (Felix Leiter) and Ralph Fiennes (M), while Lashana Lynch (Captain Marvel) and Rami Malek (Mr. Robot) join the cast.

Original theatrical release date: October 8th, 2021
PVOD premiere date: November 9th, 2021
Genre: Spy
Runtime: 2 hours, 43 minutes

No Time To Die is available as a 48-hour, $24.99 rental on PVOD platforms like iTunes, Google Play, the Cineplex Store and the Amazon Prime Video Store.

What are you planning on watching this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave and Netflix [November 1-7]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Finally, with the COVID-19 pandemic causing many movies to hit digital platforms much sooner than planned, we’ll make note of any major films — as well as other notable streaming service news — that fall into this category when applicable.

Amazon Prime Video

A Man Named Scott [Amazon Original]

Director Robert Alexander (The Shop) chronicles the highs and lows of rapper Kid Cudi’s 10-plus-year journey of making music.

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Music documentary
Runtime: 1 hour, 34 minutes

Stream A Man Named Scott here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada in November can be found here.

Apple TV+

Dickinson (Season 3) [Apple Original]

In the final season of Apple’s comedy about famed poet Emily Dickinson, Emily decides to fully commit to both her relationship with Sue and her path to poetry instead of fame.

Dickinson was created by Alena Smith (The Affair) and stars Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit), Ella Hunt (Anna and the Apocalypse), Toby Huss (King of the Hill) and Adrian Blake Enscoe (Killian & The Comeback Kids).

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Friday)
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 10 episodes (around 30 minutes each)

Stream Dickinson here.

Finch [Apple Original]

An ailing inventor navigates a post-apocalyptic world to find a new home for his beloved dog and robot.

Finch was directed by Miguel Sapochnik and stars Tom Hanks (Saving Private Ryan) and Caleb Landry Jones (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri) as the voice of Jeff the robot.

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Sci-fi, drama
Runtime: 1 hour, 55 minutes

Stream Finch here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99/month in Canada.

Crave

Dexter: New Blood

Ten years after the events of the original Dexter series, Michael C. Hall returns as the eponymous serial killer as he abandons the quiet life he was leading for sinister purposes.

Original Dexter showrunner Cylde Phillips returns for New Blood, as does Jennifer Carpenter (Debra Morgan) and John Lithgow (Trinity Killer), while Julia Jones (The Mandalorian), Alano Miller (Sylvie’s Love) and Johnny Sequoyah (Believe) join the cast.

Crave premiere date: November 7th, 2021 (first episode, new episodes every Sunday)
Genre: Crime drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (around one hour each)

Stream Dexter: New Blood here.

In the Heights

Based on Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes’ musical of the same name, In the Heights follows a New York City bodega owner who saves all of his money in the pursuit of a better life.

The film was directed by Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians) and features an ensemble cast that includes Anthony Ramos (Hamilton), Corey Hawkins (Straight Outta Compton), Melissa Barrera (Vida), Daphne Rubin-Vega (Broadway’s Rent) and Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine).

Original release: June 10th, 2021 (theatres and digital)
Crave premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Musical drama
Runtime: 2 hours, 23 minutes

Stream In the Heights here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $9.99/month, with Starz costing another $5.99/month and HBO an additional $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Netflix

Arcane [Netflix Original]

Learn about the origins of several characters from Riot’s popular League of Legends video game, including Piltover and Zaun.

Arcane features an ensemble voice cast that includes Hailee Steinfeld (Dickinson), Ella Purnell (Army of the Dead), Kevin Alejandro (Lucifer) and Katie Leung (Harry Potter series).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 6th, 2021 (new episodes weekly)
Genre: Animation
Runtime: Nine episodes (about 40 minutes each)

Stream Arcane here.

Big Mouth (Season 5) [Netflix Original]

The latest season of Big Mouth is all about romantic confessions, angry tirades and vicious rumors.

The series was created by Nick Kroll (Kroll Show), Andrew Goldberg (Family Guy), Mark Levin, (Earth 2) and Jennifer Flackett (Wimbledon) and features the voices of Kroll, John Mulaney (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse), Jessi Klein (Inside Amy Schumer), Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made?) and Ayo Edebiri (Dickinson).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Animated sitcom
Runtime: Ten episodes (27 to 34 minutes each)

Stream Big Mouth here.

The Harder They Fall [Netflix Original]

Outlaw Nat Love and his gang seek revenge against the ruthless crime boss Rufus Buck.

Based on real people from the 19th-century American West, The Harder They Fall was co-written and directed by Jeymes Samuel (“The Bullitts”) and features an ensemble cast that includes Jonathan Majors (Lovecraft Country), Idris Elba (Luther), Zazie Beetz (Atlanta), Regina King (Watchmen) and Delroy Lindo (Da 5 Bloods).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 3rd, 2021
Genre: Western
Runtime: 2 hours, 19 minutes

Stream The Harder They Fall here.

Love Hard [Netflix Original]

After meeting on a dating app, a young woman travels to her crush’s hometown for Christmas, only to discover she’s been catfished.

Love Hard was directed by Hernán Jiménez (Elsewhere) and stars Toronto’s own Nina Dobrev (The Vampire Diaries), Jimmy O. Yang (Silicon Valley) and Darren Barnet (Never Have I Ever).

It’s also worth noting that the film was shot in Vancouver.

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Romantic comedy
Runtime: 1 hour, 46 minutes

Stream Love Hard here.

Narcos: Mexico (Season 3) [Netflix Original]

In the final season of Narcos: Mexico, a new generation of cartel leaders vie for power.

The series was created by Chris Brancato, Carlo Bernard and Doug Miro (Narcos) and stars Jose Maria Yazpik (Narcos), Scoot McNairy (Argo), Matt Letscher (The Flash), Alejandro Edda (Fear The Walking Dead) and rapper Bad Bunny (El Último Tour Del Mundo).

Netflix Canada premiere date: November 5th, 2021
Genre: Crime drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (49 to 69 minutes each)

Stream Narcos: Mexico here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

What are you planning on streaming this weekend? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix [Oct. 25-31]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Finally, with the COVID-19 pandemic causing many movies to hit digital platforms much sooner than planned, we’ll make note of any major films — as well as other notable streaming service news — that fall into this category when applicable.

Amazon Prime Video

Fairfax [Amazon Original]

Four teenagers try to be cooler than they are in Los Angeles on a never-ending quest for clout.

Fairfax was created by Matt Hausfater and Teddy Riley (El Tigre) and Aaron Buchsbaum (Undateable) and features the voices of Skyler Gisondo (Santa Clarita Diet), Kiersey Clemmons (Dope), Peter S. Kim (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Jaboukie Young-White (The Daily Show with Trevor Noah).

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: October 29th, 2021
Genre: Animated comedy
Runtime: Eight episodes (23 to 29 minutes each)

Stream Fairfax here.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada in October can be found here.

Apple TV+

Swagger [Apple Original]

Inspired by the life of NBA star Kevin Durant, this drama series explores the world of youth basketball from the perspective of the players, families and coaches within it.

Swagger was created by Reggie Rock Bythewood (Gun Hill) and stars O’Shea Jackson, Jr. (Straight Outta Compton), Quvenzhané Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild), Isaiah Hill (acting debut) and Shinelle Azoroh (Don’t Let Go).

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: October 29th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Friday)
Genre: Sports drama
Runtime: Ten episodes (about one hour each)

Stream Swagger here.

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99/month in Canada.

Crave

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

Based on true events, paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren look into a young boy who was the first U.S. murder suspect to claim demonic possession as a defense.

Directed by Michael Chaves (The Curse of La Llorona), The Devil Made Me Do It sees Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga returning as the Warrens, while Ruairi O’Connor (The Spanish Princess), Sarah Catherine Hook (NOS4A2) and Julian Hillard (WandaVision) join the cast.

Original release date: June 4th, 2021 (theatres and on-demand)
Crave premiere date: October 29th, 2021
Genre: Supernatural horror
Runtime: 1 hour, 52 minutes

Stream The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It here.

Love Life (Season 2)

Freshly divorced Marcus Watkins must rediscover his identity as a Black man in New York City.

Love Life was created by Sam Boyd (In a Relationship) and stars William Jackson Harper (The Good Place), Jessica Williams (2 Dope Queens), Chris “Comedian CP” Powell (Detroiters) and Janet Hubert (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air).

Crave premiere date: October 28th, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Romantic comedy, anthology
Runtime: 10 episodes (around 25 minutes each)

Stream Love Life here.

Star Trek: Prodigy

A group of aliens must work together to pilot an abandoned starfleet ship and make their way towards the Alpha Quadrant.

Star Trek: Prodigy was created by the The Hageman Brothers (Trollhunters) and features the voices of Brett Gray (On My Block), Ella Purnell (Army of the Dead), Jason Mantzoukas (Parks & Recreation) and Angus Imrie (The Archers).

Crave premiere date: October 28th, 2021 (first episode, new episodes every Thursday)
Genre: Animated, sci-fi
Runtime: 10 episodes (around 45 minutes each)

Stream Star Trek: Prodigy here.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $9.99/month, with Starz costing another $5.99/month and HBO an additional $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Marvel Studios: Assembled — “The Making of What If…? [Disney+ Original]

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of What If…?, Marvel Studio’s first animated project.

Some of the featured talent includes Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, star Jeffrey Wright (The Watcher) and head writer A.C. Bradley.

It’s worth noting that Quebec City-based Squeeze worked on several episodes of the series.

Disney+ premiere date: October 27th, 2021
Genre: Animated, superhero
Runtime: 41 minutes

Stream The Making of What If…? here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ Canada this month can be found here.

Netflix

Army of Thieves [Netflix Original]

Six years before the events of Zack Snyder’s Army of the Dead, safecracker Ludwig Dieter is hired by a mysterious woman to join a group of thieves for a daring heist.

Army of Thieves was directed by Matthias Schweighöfer, who also plays Dieter (reprising his role from Army of the Dead), while the supporting cast includes Nathalie Emmanuel (Game of Thrones), Guz Khan (Man Like Mobeen) and Stuart Martin (Babylon).

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 29th, 2021
Genre: Heist
Runtime: 2 hours, 9 minutes

Stream Army of Thieves here.

Hypnotic [Netflix Original]

A woman who turns to a mysterious hypnotherapist for help becomes caught in a deadly mind game.

Hypnotic was directed by Matt Angel and Suzanne Coote (The Open House) and stars Kate Siegel (Midnight Mass), Jason O’Mara (Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) and Dulé Hill (The West Wing).

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 29th, 2021
Genre: Heist
Runtime: 1 hour, 29 minutes

Stream Hypnotic here.

Sex: Unzipped [Netflix Original]

Rapper Saweetie promotes sexual health and positivity with a slew of guests, including educators and puppets.

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 26th, 2021
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 59 minutes

Stream Sex: Unzipped here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

What are you planning on streaming this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

Image credit: Netflix

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Streaming in Canada on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crave, Disney+ and Netflix [Oct. 18-24]

Every week, MobileSyrup outlines some of the most notable movies and TV shows that recently hit Canadian streaming platforms.

Our ‘Streaming in Canada’ column typically focuses on new content from Amazon Prime Video Canada, Crave and Netflix Canada, but other services like Apple TV+ and Disney+ will be mentioned when relevant.

We’ll also highlight shows or movies that are made in Canada, involve notable Canadian cast or crew and/or are filmed in Canada.

Finally, with the COVID-19 pandemic causing many movies to hit digital platforms much sooner than planned, we’ll make note of any major films — as well as other notable streaming service news — that fall into this category when applicable.

Amazon Prime Video

Chucky

After a vintage doll turns up at a garage sale, an idyllic American town becomes plagued by horrifying murders.

Based on the Child’s Play franchise, Chucky was created by Don Mancini (Child’s Play series) and stars Zackary Arthur (Transparent), Björgvin Arnarson (The Seventh Day), Alyvia Alyn Lind (The Young and the Restless), Vancouver’s Devon Sawa (Final Destination), B.C.-raised Jennifer Tilly (Bullets Over Broadway) and Brad Dourif (Child’s Play franchise) as the voice of Chucky.

It’s worth noting that the series was filmed in and around Toronto.

Amazon Prime Video Canada premiere date: October 19th, 2021 (first episode, new episodes every Tuesday)
Genre: Horror
Runtime: Eight episodes (around 45 minutes each)

Stream Chucky here. Note that a $12.99/month StackTV subscription is required.

An Amazon Prime Video subscription is included at no additional cost with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $79 CAD/year.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Amazon Prime Video Canada in October can be found here.

Apple TV+

Invasion [Apple Original]

Created by Simon Kinberg (X-Men series) and David Weil (Hunters), Invasion explores how an alien invasion is seen from different perspectives around the world.

The series stars Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), Toronto’s Shamier Anderson (Wynonna Earp) and Golshifteh Farahani (Extraction).

Apple TV+ Canada premiere date: October 22nd, 2021 (first three episodes, new episodes every Friday)
Genre: Sci-fi
Runtime: 10 episodes (about one hour each)

An Apple TV+ subscription costs $5.99/month in Canada.

Stream Invasion here.

Crave

The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open and The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw

Crave has added two new films to its “Indigenous Stories Collection” — The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open and The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw.

The former film is a drama about Áila, who helps another woman through her trauma after an assault by her boyfriend. The Incredible 25th Year of Mitzi Bearclaw, meanwhile, is a comedy about a 24-year-old Indigenous woman who moves back to her reserve to look after her sick mother.

Note that a $15.98/month Crave + Starz subscription or a $19.98/month Crave + Movies + HBO subscription is required.

Crave says it’s added these films in commemoration of 2021 imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival, which kicked off on October 19th. The service’s full Indigenous Stories Collection can be found here.

Curb Your Enthusiasm (Season 11)

Seinfeld co-creator Larry David’s improv comedy is back, featuring such guest stars as Jon Hamm (Mad Men), Vancouver’s Seth Rogen (Superbad), Woody Harrelson (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri), Bill Hader (Barry) and Kaley Cuoco (The Big Bang Theory).

Crave Canada premiere date: October 24th, 2021 at 10:30pm ET (first episode, new episodes every Sunday at 10:30pm ET)
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 10 episodes (about 30 minutes each)

Stream Curb Your Enthusiasm here. Note that a $19.98/month Crave + Movies + HBO subscription is required.

Insecure (Season 5)

The fifth and final season of Insecure provides a reflection on, and closure for, Issa and Molly’s friendship and Issa and Lawrence’s love.

Insecure was created by Issa Rae (Awkward Black Girl) and Larry Wilmore (The Daily Show) and stars Rae, Yvonne Orji (Jane the Virgin) and Jay Ellis (Escape Room).

Crave premiere date: October 24th, 2021 at 10pm ET (first episode, new episodes every Sunday at 10pm ET)
Genre: Comedy-drama
Runtime: 10 episodes (about 30 minutes each)

Stream Insecure here. Note that a $19.98/month Crave + Movies + HBO subscription is required.

A standard Crave subscription is priced at $9.99/month, with Starz costing another $5.99/month and HBO an additional $9.99/month.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Crave this month can be found here.

Disney+

Marvel Studios: Assembled — “The Making of Black Widow” [Disney+ Original]

Go behind-the-scenes on the production of Black Widow, the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s ‘Phase 4’ and Scarlett Johanson’s super spy’s long-awaited solo outing.

This documentary special features never-before-seen footage on the making of the movie, as well as commentary from the likes of Johansson, Florence Pugh (Yelena), David Harbour (Alexei) and director Cate Shortland.

Disney+ Canada premiere date: October 20th, 2021
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 episodes

Stream Marvel Studios: Assembled — “The Making of Black Widow” here.

A Disney+ subscription costs $11.99/month or $119.99/year in Canada.

The full list of movies and shows hitting Disney+ Canada this month can be found here.

Netflix

Inside Job [Netflix Original]

Working at a shadowy government organization, an awkward genius and her dysfunctional coworkers attempt to keep global conspiracies under wraps.

Inside Job was created by Shion Takeuchi (Gravity Falls) and features the voices of Lizzy Caplan (Masters of Sex), Christian Slater (Mr. Robot), Clark Duke (Hot Tub Time Machine) and Andy Daly (Review).

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 22nd, 2021
Genre: Animated sitcom
Runtime: 10 episodes (27 to 31 minutes each)

Stream Inside Job here.

Locke & Key (Season 2) [Netflix Original]

Tyler, Kinsey and Bode dig deeper into the mystery of the keys to unlock more family secrets.

Locke & Key is based on Joe Hill’s graphic novel of the same name and stars Jackson Robert Scott (It), Toronto-born Connor Jessup (Falling Skies) and Emilia Jones (What We Did on Our Holiday). Richmond, B.C.’s Aaron Ashmore (Killjoys) co-stars.

It’s worth noting that Locke & Key was filmed in Toronto.

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 22nd, 2021
Genre: Drama, supernatural horror
Runtime: 10 episodes (43 to 53 minutes each)

Stream Locke & Key here.

Maya and the Three [Netflix Original]

A prophesized warrior princess fights to save humanity from vengeful gods.

Maya and the Three was created by Jorge R. Gutiérrez and features the voices of Zoe Saldaña (Guardians of the Galaxy), Gabriel Iglesias (“Fluffy”), Diego Luna (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) and Gael García Bernal (Coco).

Netflix Canada premiere date: October 22nd, 2021
Genre: Animated, fantasy
Runtime: Nine episodes (26 to 44 minutes each)

Stream Maya and the Three here.

A ‘Basic’ Netflix subscription costs $9.99/month, a ‘Standard’ subscription (HD-supported) costs $14.99/month and a ‘Premium’ membership is priced at $18.99/month (4K-supported).

The full list of movies and shows hitting Netflix Canada this month can be found here.

Roku Channel/Samsung TV Plus

HauntTV’s Halloween Countdown

From October 20th to 31st, HauntTV is offering a variety of Halloween-themed programming, including Haunted Hospitals, Evil Encounters, World’s Scariest Hauntings and a sneak peek at Hotel Paranormal, narrated by Ottawa’s own Dan Aykroyd (Ghostbusters).

HauntTV content can be streamed for free on The Roku Channel and Samsung TV Plus.

What are you planning on streaming this week? Let us know in the comments.

For more viewing suggestions, check out last week’s Streaming in Canada column.

Image credit: HBO

Disclaimer: HauntTV is a streaming channel owned by Blue Ant Media, the parent company of MobileSyrup.