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Hans Christian Andersen

6.219521h 52mNRMovieFamilyComedy

A small-town shoemaker with a knack for spinning yarns, Hans encounters happiness and heartbreak on his road to becoming a full-fledged writer.

DirectorCharles Vidor
WritersMoss Hart·Myles Connolly
ProducerSamuel Goldwyn

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Cast · Directed by Charles Vidor

DKDanny Kaye
Danny Kaye
Hans Christian Andersen
FGFarley Granger
Farley Granger
Niels
ZJZizi Jeanmaire
Zizi Jeanmaire
Doro
JWJoseph Walsh
Joseph Walsh
Peter
PTPhilip Tonge
Philip Tonge
Otto
EBErik Bruhn
Erik Bruhn
Hussar Dancer
RPRoland Petit
Roland Petit
Prince in Ballet
JBJohn Brown
John Brown
Schoolmaster
JQJohn Qualen
John Qualen
Burgomaster
JL
Jeanne Lafayette
Celine
RM
Robert Malcolm
Stage Doorman
GCGeorge Chandler
George Chandler
Farmer

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Hans Christian Andersen — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hans Christian Andersen?

Hans Christian Andersen is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hans Christian Andersen on Netflix?

No, Hans Christian Andersen is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

Is Hans Christian Andersen on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Hans Christian Andersen is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Hans Christian Andersen for free?

Hans Christian Andersen is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.

Is Hans Christian Andersen based on a true story?

Yes — Hans Christian Andersen is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).