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Benny's Video

6.919921h 50mMovieCrimeDrama

A 14-year-old video enthusiast obsessed with violent films decides to make one of his own and show it to his parents, with tragic results.

DirectorMichael Haneke
WriterMichael Haneke
ProducersGebhard Zupan·Bernard Lang

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Haneke

AFArno Frisch
Arno Frisch
Benny
AWAngela Winkler
Angela Winkler
Anna, Benny's Mother
UMUlrich Mühe
Ulrich Mühe
Georg, Benny's Father
SB
Stephanie Brehme
Evi, Benny's Sister
SP
Stefan Polasek
Ricci
IS
Ingrid Stassner
Girl
MS
Martin Schoendelin
Sales manager in videostore (uncredited)
CP
Christian Pundy
MB
Max Berner
SKShelley Kästner
Shelley Kästner
HMHanspeter Müller
Hanspeter Müller
WBWolfgang Böck
Wolfgang Böck

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Benny's Video — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Benny's Video?

Benny's Video is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Benny's Video on Netflix?

No, Benny's Video is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Benny's Video on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Benny's Video isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Benny's Video for free?

Benny's Video is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.