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Children of Shadows

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A film about the restavèk children of Haiti, who, because their own parents are too poor to keep them, must leave their families to live and work as full-time, unpaid domestics in other households. The camera follows the children as they…

DirectorKaren Kramer

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Children of Shadows — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Children of Shadows?

Children of Shadows isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Children of Shadows on Netflix?

No, Children of Shadows is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Children of Shadows on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Children of Shadows isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Children of Shadows for free?

Children of Shadows isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Children of Shadows?

Children of Shadows hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 14, 2001. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.