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An Englishman in New York

6.420091h 15mMovieDrama

Biographical drama based on the last 20 years of Crisp's life. The literary figure and gay iconoclast emigrated to New York in 1981 and lived there until his death. The film observes Crisp in both his public and private lives, from his…

DirectorRichard Laxton
WriterBrian Fillis
ProducersSally Haynes·James Burstall

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Cast · Directed by Richard Laxton

JHJohn Hurt
John Hurt
Quentin Crisp
DODenis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare
Phillip Steele
JTJonathan Tucker
Jonathan Tucker
Patrick Angus
CNCynthia Nixon
Cynthia Nixon
Penny Arcade
SKSwoosie Kurtz
Swoosie Kurtz
Connie Clausen
JA
Jeff Applegate
Journalist
SB
Silver Bramham
Orlando
TBTwinkle Burke
Twinkle Burke
Audience Member #3
DD
David Douglas
Audience Member #5
BEBenjamin Eakeley
Benjamin Eakeley
Young Man
AF
Alex C. Ferrill
Audience Member #1
AG
Amy Gaipa
Audience Member #2

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An Englishman in New York — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams An Englishman in New York?

An Englishman in New York is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling and Hoopla in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is An Englishman in New York on Netflix?

No, An Englishman in New York is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and FlixFling.

Is An Englishman in New York on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — An Englishman in New York is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch An Englishman in New York for free?

An Englishman in New York is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is there a sequel to An Englishman in New York?

An Englishman in New York is currently the latest film in the Quentin Crisp Collection.

Is there a prequel to An Englishman in New York?

Yes — The Naked Civil Servant (1975) comes before An Englishman in New York in the Quentin Crisp Collection.

Is An Englishman in New York part of a trilogy?

No — An Englishman in New York is part of the Quentin Crisp Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Quentin Crisp Collection?

There are 2 films in the Quentin Crisp Collection: The Naked Civil Servant (1975) and An Englishman in New York (2009).