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Calcutta

6.719691h 39mMovieDocumentary

When he was cutting "Phantom India," Louis Malle found that the footage shot in Calcutta was so diverse, intense, and unforgettable that it deserved its own film. The result, released theatrically, is at times shocking—a chaotic portrait of a city engulfed in social and political turmoil.

DirectorLouis Malle
WriterLouis Malle
ProducerLouis Kastner

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Louis Malle

LMLouis Malle
Louis Malle
Narrator (voice)

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Calcutta — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Calcutta?

Calcutta is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Calcutta on Netflix?

No, Calcutta is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Calcutta on Amazon Prime Video?

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

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