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Benedetta

6.620212h 11mNRMovieHistoryDramaRomance

A 17th-century nun becomes entangled in a forbidden lesbian affair with a novice. But it is Benedetta's shocking religious visions that threaten to shake the Church to its core.

DirectorPaul Verhoeven
WritersPaul Verhoeven·David Birke
ProducersJérôme Seydoux·Conchita Airoldi

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NetflixNetflixSundance NowSundance NowMUBIMUBIAMC+AMC+Netflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Paul Verhoeven

VEVirginie Efira
Virginie Efira
Sister Benedetta Carlini
CRCharlotte Rampling
Charlotte Rampling
Sister Felicita
DPDaphné Patakia
Daphné Patakia
Bartolomea
LWLambert Wilson
Lambert Wilson
Nuncio
OROlivier Rabourdin
Olivier Rabourdin
Alfonso Cecchi
LCLouise Chevillotte
Louise Chevillotte
Sister Christina
HPHervé Pierre
Hervé Pierre
Paolo Ricordati
CCClotilde Courau
Clotilde Courau
Midea Carlini
DCDavid Clavel
David Clavel
Giuliano Carlini
GLGuilaine Londez
Guilaine Londez
Sister Jacopa
GJGaëlle Jeantet
Gaëlle Jeantet
Sister Petra
JBJustine Bachelet
Justine Bachelet
Sister Juliana

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Benedetta — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Benedetta?

Benedetta is streaming on Netflix, Sundance Now and MUBI in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.

Is Benedetta on Netflix?

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

Is Benedetta on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Benedetta isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Netflix and Sundance Now instead.

Where can I watch Benedetta for free?

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

Is Benedetta based on a true story?

Yes — Benedetta is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).