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Gentle Folk

19801h 15mMovieDramaTV Movie

An Edwardian house party given by a Fabian woman, her business-man husband and assorted guests from politics and the Arts - including a young man prone to disturbing premonitions.

DirectorRodney Bennett
WriterAlexander Baron
ProducerInnes Lloyd

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Cast · Directed by Rodney Bennett

CSChristopher Strauli
Christopher Strauli
Richard Latt
DEDenholm Elliott
Denholm Elliott
F J Dobbs
UH
Ursula Howells
Mrs Menant
FTFrederick Treves
Frederick Treves
Mr Menant
SRSheila Ruskin
Sheila Ruskin
Portia Menant
RCRosalie Crutchley
Rosalie Crutchley
Miss Snell
JS
John Sterland
Mr Reddington
WWWendy Williams
Wendy Williams
Mrs Reddington

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Gentle Folk — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gentle Folk?

Gentle Folk isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Gentle Folk on Netflix?

No, Gentle Folk is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Gentle Folk on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Gentle Folk isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Gentle Folk for free?

Gentle Folk isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Gentle Folk?

Gentle Folk hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 8, 1980. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.