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Daddy Can't Read

9.019881h MovieDramaTV Movie

Teenage girl doesn't understand why her father is against her campaign to promote literacy at his factory. Until she discovers that her father can't read.

DirectorGilbert Moses
WritersGloria Gonzalez·Paula Sweeney

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Cast · Directed by Gilbert Moses

EAEdward Albert
Edward Albert
Bill Watson
CACheryl Arutt
Cheryl Arutt
Alison Watson
MSMarcia Strassman
Marcia Strassman
Mary Watson
JTJoey Travolta
Joey Travolta
Bobby
HPHarold Pruett
Harold Pruett
Gary Watson
MJMichael Jackson
Michael Jackson
Self
CRCathy Rigby
Cathy Rigby
Lenore Luellen
RRRichard Roundtree
Richard Roundtree
Jason Ruigh
AD
Aurelia D'Antonio
Kelly

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Daddy Can't Read — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Daddy Can't Read?

Daddy Can't Read isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Daddy Can't Read on Netflix?

No, Daddy Can't Read is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Daddy Can't Read on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Daddy Can't Read isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Daddy Can't Read for free?

Daddy Can't Read 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 Daddy Can't Read?

Daddy Can't Read hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 4, 1988. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.