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Ballad of a Small Player

5.820251h 41m14AMovieCrimeDrama

Amid the glittering casinos of Macau, a gambler running from his past—and his debts—becomes fascinated by an enigmatic woman at the baccarat table.

DirectorEdward Berger
WriterRowan Joffé
ProducersMike Goodridge·Edward Berger

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Cast · Directed by Edward Berger

CFColin Farrell
Colin Farrell
Lord Doyle
FCFala Chen
Fala Chen
Dao Ming
TSTilda Swinton
Tilda Swinton
Cynthia Blithe
DIDeanie Ip
Deanie Ip
Grandma
AJAlex Jennings
Alex Jennings
Adrian Lippett
JTJason Tobin
Jason Tobin
Mr. Huang
ALAdrienne Lau
Adrienne Lau
Casino Manager
ACAnthony Wong Chau-Sang
Anthony Wong Chau-Sang
Alfred da Souza
JLJessica Lai
Jessica Lai
Royale Casino Receptionist
MC
Margaret Cheung
Royale Casino Assistant Manager
AC
Alan K. Chang
Bellman Kai
SF
Selena Fong
Rainbow Casino Croupier

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Ballad of a Small Player — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Ballad of a Small Player?

Ballad of a Small Player is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada.

Is Ballad of a Small Player on Netflix?

Yes — Ballad of a Small Player is available on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Ballad of a Small Player on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Ballad of a Small Player isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

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