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Champions

6.619841h 46mPGMovieDramaRomance

The true story of jockey Bob Champion who overcame cancer to win the 1981 Grand National

DirectorJohn Irvin
WritersEvan Jones·Jonathan Powell
ProducerPeter Shaw

Where to watch

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Irvin

JHJohn Hurt
John Hurt
Bob Champion
JFJan Francis
Jan Francis
Jo Beswick
EWEdward Woodward
Edward Woodward
Josh Gifford
BJBen Johnson
Ben Johnson
Burly Cocks
KAKirstie Alley
Kirstie Alley
Barbara
ASAlison Steadman
Alison Steadman
Mary Hussey
JPJudy Parfitt
Judy Parfitt
Dr. Merrow
AB
Ann Bell
Valda Embiricos
PBPeter Barkworth
Peter Barkworth
Nick Embiricos
JN
Jonathan Newth
Mr Griffin Jones
JAJulie Adams
Julie Adams
Emma Hussey
MBMichael Byrne
Michael Byrne
Richard Hussey

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Champions — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Champions?

Champions isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not on Netflix.

Is Champions on Netflix?

No, Champions is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is Champions on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Champions isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Champions for free?

Champions isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is Champions based on a true story?

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