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Daybreak

6.019481h 15mNRMovieCrimeDramaThriller

A mysterious barber hides a secret identity that eventually leads to tragedy.

DirectorCompton Bennett
WritersMuriel Box·Sydney Box
ProducerSydney Box

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Cast · Directed by Compton Bennett

ATAnn Todd
Ann Todd
Frances "Frankie" Tribe
EPEric Portman
Eric Portman
Eddie Tribe
BOBill Owen
Bill Owen
Ron
MRMaxwell Reed
Maxwell Reed
Olaf Tyson
EREdward Rigby
Edward Rigby
Bill Shackle
EMEliot Makeham
Eliot Makeham
Mr. Walter Bigley
JHJane Hylton
Jane Hylton
Doris
MWMargaret Withers
Margaret Withers
Mrs.Bigley
JTJohn Turnbull
John Turnbull
Superintendent
MDMaurice Denham
Maurice Denham
Inspector
MRMilton Rosmer
Milton Rosmer
Governor
LE
Lyn Evans
Waterman

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Daybreak — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Daybreak?

Daybreak isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Daybreak on Netflix?

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

Is Daybreak on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Daybreak isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Daybreak for free?

Daybreak 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 Daybreak?

Daybreak hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 6, 1948. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.