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Changing the Needle

198253mMovieDocumentary

A quarter of a million drug addicts —one of the most serious consequences of the Vietnam War. These addicts were the citizens of the South, and of Ho Chi Minh City, the former Saigon. Shot in 1981 by three Australian women, Changing the…

DirectorsMartha Ansara·Mavis Robertson
ProducersDasha Ross·Martha Ansara

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Cast · Directed by Martha Ansara

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Changing the Needle — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Changing the Needle?

Changing the Needle isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Changing the Needle on Netflix?

No, Changing the Needle is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Changing the Needle on Amazon Prime Video?

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What is the OTT release date for Changing the Needle?

Changing the Needle hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 10, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.