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Gremlins

7.119841h 46mMovieFantasyHorrorComedy

After receiving an exotic small animal as a Christmas gift, a young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet, which unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous creatures on a small town.

DirectorJoe Dante
WriterChris Columbus
ProducersMichael Finnell·Steven Spielberg

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Cast · Directed by Joe Dante

Zach Galligan
Zach Galligan
Billy Peltzer
Phoebe Cates
Phoebe Cates
Kate Beringer
Hoyt Axton
Hoyt Axton
Randall Peltzer
Frances Lee McCain
Frances Lee McCain
Lynn Peltzer
Corey Feldman
Corey Feldman
Pete Fountaine
Keye Luke
Keye Luke
Grandfather (Mr. Wing)
John Louie
John Louie
Chinese Boy
Dick Miller
Dick Miller
Murray Futterman
Jackie Joseph
Jackie Joseph
Sheila Futterman
Polly Holliday
Polly Holliday
Ruby Deagle
Judge Reinhold
Judge Reinhold
Gerald Hopkins
Edward Andrews
Edward Andrews
Mr. Corben

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Gremlins — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Gremlins?

Gremlins is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Crave and Starz in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Gremlins on Netflix?

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

Is Gremlins on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Gremlins for free?

Gremlins is available on Amazon Prime Video and Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Gremlins?

Yes — Gremlins is followed by Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) in the Gremlins Collection.

Is there a prequel to Gremlins?

Gremlins is the first film in the Gremlins Collection.

Is Gremlins part of a trilogy?

Yes — Gremlins is part of a trilogy, alongside Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) and Gremlins 3 (2027).

How many movies are in the Gremlins Collection?

There are 3 films in the Gremlins Collection: Gremlins (1984), Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) and Gremlins 3 (2027).