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Essays

7.7196310mMovieDocumentary

A cheerful take on the lives of school children in a Swiss rural environment. Young pupils recite short essays they have written on subjects such as the long walk to school, the distribution of milk during breaks, and a brawl in the courtyard.

DirectorPeter Nestler

WritersPeter Nestler·Marianne Beutler

Where to watch

DocAlliance Films

DocAlliance Films

myfilmfriend

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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Essays — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Essays?

Essays is streaming on DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Essays on Netflix?

No, Essays is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend.

Is Essays on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Essays isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on DocAlliance Films and myfilmfriend instead.

Where can I watch Essays for free?

Essays is available to stream free (with ads) on myfilmfriend in Canada.