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Burning an Illusion

6.019811h 46mMovieDrama

A young black woman in England becomes increasingly frustrated with her life with her lazy, demanding boyfriend, and with the help of friends seeks something better.

DirectorMenelik Shabazz
WriterMenelik Shabazz
ProducerVivien Pottersman

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 8 other countries

Burning an Illusion isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Brazil, Finland, France, Guernsey and 4 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Menelik Shabazz

CM
Cassie McFarlane
Pat Williams
VEVictor Romero Evans
Victor Romero Evans
Del Bennett
BM
Beverley Martin
Sonia
AWAngela Wynter
Angela Wynter
Cynthia
MF
Malcolm Frederick
Chamberlain
CTChris Tummings
Chris Tummings
Scotty
TLTrevor Laird
Trevor Laird
Pest
CS
Corinne Skinner-Carter
Pat's Mother
JCJohn Cannon
John Cannon
Prison Warder
NWNicola Wright
Nicola Wright
Christine
LWLarrington Walker
Larrington Walker
Tony
MB
Marva Buchanan
Lorna

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Burning an Illusion — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Burning an Illusion?

Burning an Illusion isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Brazil, Finland and France and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Burning an Illusion on Netflix?

No, Burning an Illusion is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Burning an Illusion on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Burning an Illusion isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Burning an Illusion for free?

Burning an Illusion isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.