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Germinal

5.219132h 30mMovieDrama

Based on Emile Zola's novel, an uncompromisingly harsh and realistic story of a coalminers' strike in northern France in the 1860s.

DirectorAlbert Capellani
WriterAlbert Capellani

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

Germinal isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in France. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Albert Capellani

HKHenry Krauss
Henry Krauss
Etienne Lautier
JJJean Jacquinet
Jean Jacquinet
Chaval
PEPaul Escoffier
Paul Escoffier
Négrel, the Engineer
DDharsay
Dharsay
Souvarine
SSylvie
Sylvie
Catherine
MMévisto
Mévisto
Maheu
LBLéon Bernard
Léon Bernard
ABAlbert Bras
Albert Bras
Hennebeau
PCPaul Capellani
Paul Capellani
JCJeanne Cheirel
Jeanne Cheirel
la Maheude
MGMarc Gérard
Marc Gérard
Bonnemort
CGCécile Guyon
Cécile Guyon
Cécile Hennebeau

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Germinal — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Germinal?

Germinal isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in France. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Germinal on Netflix?

No, Germinal is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Germinal on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Germinal for free?

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