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Charles and François

6.3198715mMovieAnimation

A touching story of the friendship between a grandfather and his grandson, this is a film about aging and death. Award-winning animator Co Hoedeman combines 3-D and cut-out animation techniques to create a very dramatic and moving film.…

DirectorCo Hoedeman

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Cast · Directed by Co Hoedeman

HRHoward Ryshpan
Howard Ryshpan
MSMichael Shepperd
Michael Shepperd
LSLinda Sorgini
Linda Sorgini
SS
Sandi Stahlbrand
LW
Len Watt
KYKim Yaroshevskaya
Kim Yaroshevskaya

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Charles and François — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Charles and François?

Charles and François is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Charles and François on Netflix?

No, Charles and François is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Charles and François on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Charles and François isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch Charles and François for free?

Charles and François is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.