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A Simple Story

7.519591h 8mMovieDrama

A woman arrives in Paris with her little girl to look for work. With limited funds and no luck, they end up penniless, homeless and dependent on the rare kindness of strangers.

DirectorMarcel Hanoun
WriterMarcel Hanoun
ProducerMarcel Hanoun

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Cast · Directed by Marcel Hanoun

MB
Micheline Bezançon
Mother
EH
Elizabeth Huart
Sylvie, Daughter
RJRaymond Jourdan
Raymond Jourdan
Monsieur Jean
GBGilette Barbier
Gilette Barbier
MMMadeleine Marion
Madeleine Marion
MMMaria Meriko
Maria Meriko
MD
Max Delon

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A Simple Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Simple Story?

A Simple Story isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is A Simple Story on Netflix?

No, A Simple Story is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is A Simple Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Simple Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch A Simple Story for free?

A Simple Story isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for A Simple Story?

A Simple Story hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 20, 1959. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.