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Dear John

6.820101h 48mMovieDramaRomanceWar

While Sergeant John Tyree is home on two weeks leave from Germany, he meets Savannah after he dives into the ocean to retrieve Savannah's purse that had fallen off a pier. John eventually falls in love with Savannah, who promises to write to him until he returns from overseas.

DirectorLasse Hallström
WriterJamie Linden
ProducersMarty Bowen·Toby Emmerich

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Cast · Directed by Lasse Hallström

Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried
Savannah Lynn Curtis
Channing Tatum
Channing Tatum
John Tyree
Richard Jenkins
Richard Jenkins
Mr. Tyree
Henry Thomas
Henry Thomas
Tim Wheddon
D.J. Cotrona
D.J. Cotrona
Noodles
Cullen Moss
Cullen Moss
Rooster
Gavin McCulley
Gavin McCulley
Starks
Jose Lucena Jr.
Jose Lucena Jr.
Berry
Keith D. Robinson
Keith D. Robinson
Captain Stone
Scott Porter
Scott Porter
Randy
Leslea Fisher
Leslea Fisher
Susan
David Andrews
David Andrews
Mr. Curtis

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Dear John — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dear John?

Dear John is streaming on Netflix, Hollywood Suite and Netflix Standard in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is Dear John on Netflix?

Yes — Dear John is available on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026.

Is Dear John on Amazon Prime Video?

Dear John isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Dear John for free?

Dear John is available on Netflix and Hollywood Suite in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.