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First Winter

6.9198227m14AMovieDrama

A historical drama depicting an Irish immigrant family’s first winter in Canada, where isolation, illness, and an unforgiving landscape test their will to survive.

DirectorJohn N. Smith
WritersCynthia Scott·Gloria Demers
ProducersJohn N. Smith·Roman Kroitor

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John N. Smith

Kathleen McAuliffe
Kathleen McAuliffe
Mother
Sharon O’Neill
Sharon O’Neill
Daughter
Eric Patrick Godfrey
Eric Patrick Godfrey
Son
Kevin Kennedy
Kevin Kennedy
Father

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First Winter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams First Winter?

First Winter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is First Winter on Netflix?

No, First Winter is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is First Winter on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — First Winter is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of August 2026.

Where can I watch First Winter for free?

First Winter is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB and Plex in Canada.