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From Far Away

9.020006mMovieAnimationDrama

This short animation tells the story of Saoussan, a young girl struggling to adjust to life in Canada after being uprooted from her wartorn homeland. She has come to seek a quieter and safer life, although memories of war and death linger,…

DirectorsSerene El-haj Daoud·Shira Avni
ProducersMichael Fukushima·David Verrall

Where to watch

NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Serene El-haj Daoud

JV
Jesse Vinet
Saoussan

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From Far Away — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams From Far Away?

From Far Away is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is From Far Away on Netflix?

No, From Far Away is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is From Far Away on Amazon Prime Video?

No, From Far Away isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch From Far Away for free?

From Far Away is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.