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Arrival

7.620161h 56m18AMovieDramaScience FictionMystery

Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.

DirectorDenis Villeneuve
WriterEric Heisserer
ProducersGlen Basner·Eric Heisserer

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Denis Villeneuve

AAAmy Adams
Amy Adams
Louise Banks
JRJeremy Renner
Jeremy Renner
Ian Donnelly
FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Colonel Weber
MSMichael Stuhlbarg
Michael Stuhlbarg
Agent Halpern
MOMark O'Brien
Mark O'Brien
Captain Marks
TMTzi Ma
Tzi Ma
General Shang
APAbigail Pniowsky
Abigail Pniowsky
8-Year-Old Hannah
JDJulia Scarlett Dan
Julia Scarlett Dan
12-Year-Old Hannah
JMJadyn Malone
Jadyn Malone
6-Year-Old Hannah
FSFrank Schorpion
Frank Schorpion
Dr. Kettler
LCLucas Chartier-Dessert
Lucas Chartier-Dessert
Private Lasky
CJChristian Jadah
Christian Jadah
Private Combs

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Arrival — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Arrival?

Arrival is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is Arrival on Netflix?

Yes — Arrival is available on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Arrival on Amazon Prime Video?

Arrival isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Arrival for free?

Arrival is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.