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Death Watch

6.319802h 11mMovieDramaScience Fiction

In a future world where the disease has been finally defeated and everything can be sold, even the crude spectacle of death, the rare case of a dying woman becomes the morbid theme of a revolutionary reality show, broadcast through the curious eyes of a peculiar camera.

DirectorBertrand Tavernier
WritersBertrand Tavernier·David Rayfiel
ProducersJanine Rubeiz·Elie Kfouri

Where to watch

Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelFandorFandor
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bertrand Tavernier

RSRomy Schneider
Romy Schneider
Katherine Mortenhoe
HKHarvey Keitel
Harvey Keitel
Roddy
HSHarry Dean Stanton
Harry Dean Stanton
Vincent Ferriman
TLThérèse Liotard
Thérèse Liotard
Tracey
MSMax von Sydow
Max von Sydow
Gerald Mortenhoe
CLCaroline Langrishe
Caroline Langrishe
Girl in the Bar
WRWilliam Russell
William Russell
Dr. Mason
VGVadim Glowna
Vadim Glowna
Harry Graves
EMEva Maria Meineke
Eva Maria Meineke
Dr. Klausen
BWBernhard Wicki
Bernhard Wicki
Katherine's Dad
FBFreddie Boardley
Freddie Boardley
Technician
RCRobbie Coltrane
Robbie Coltrane
Limousine Driver

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Death Watch — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Death Watch?

Death Watch is streaming on Criterion Channel and Fandor in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Death Watch on Netflix?

No, Death Watch is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Fandor.

Is Death Watch on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Death Watch isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Fandor instead.

Where can I watch Death Watch for free?

Death Watch is available on Criterion Channel and Fandor in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.