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Dan in Real Life

6.620071h 38mPG-13MovieComedyRomanceDrama

Advice columnist Dan Burns is an expert on relationships, but somehow struggles to succeed as a brother, a son and a single parent to three precocious daughters. Things get even more complicated when Dan finds out that the woman he falls in love with is actually his brother's new girlfriend.

DirectorPeter Hedges
WritersPierce Gardner·Peter Hedges
ProducersJonathan Shestack·Noah Rosen

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Hedges

SCSteve Carell
Steve Carell
Dan
JBJuliette Binoche
Juliette Binoche
Marie
DCDane Cook
Dane Cook
Mitch
JMJohn Mahoney
John Mahoney
Poppy
EBEmily Blunt
Emily Blunt
Ruthie Draper
APAlison Pill
Alison Pill
Jane
BRBritt Robertson
Britt Robertson
Cara
MLMarlene Lawston
Marlene Lawston
Lilly
ARAmy Ryan
Amy Ryan
Eileen
DWDianne Wiest
Dianne Wiest
Nana
NBNorbert Leo Butz
Norbert Leo Butz
Clay
JHJessica Hecht
Jessica Hecht
Amy

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Dan in Real Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dan in Real Life?

Dan in Real Life is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Dan in Real Life on Netflix?

No, Dan in Real Life is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Dan in Real Life on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Dan in Real Life isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Disney Plus instead.

Where can I watch Dan in Real Life for free?

Dan in Real Life is available on Disney Plus in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.