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Al Purdy Was Here

5.020151h 30mMovie

The story of Canada's leading poet and the A-Frame cabin he built. Now Canada's leading musicians and artists come together to tell the tale of Al Purdy.

DirectorBrian D. Johnson
WritersMarni Jackson·Brian D. Johnson

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Cast · Directed by Brian D. Johnson

MAMargaret Atwood
Margaret Atwood
BCBruce Cockburn
Bruce Cockburn
LCLeonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen
(voice)
AP
Al Purdy
(archive footage)
EP
Eurithe Purdy
MOMichael Ondaatje
Michael Ondaatje
(voice)
JZ
Jesse Zubot

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Al Purdy Was Here — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Al Purdy Was Here?

Al Purdy Was Here is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Knowledge Network in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Al Purdy Was Here on Netflix?

No, Al Purdy Was Here is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Al Purdy Was Here on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Al Purdy Was Here is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Al Purdy Was Here for free?

Al Purdy Was Here is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Knowledge Network in Canada.