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Kill the Day

6.3199618mMovieDrama

A desperate drug addict breaks into a locker and steals a bag for his next fix, a small crime that lands him behind bars. In prison, he’s a loner, baited by guards who want to see him snap and lose his shot at parole.

DirectorLynne Ramsay
WriterLynne Ramsay
ProducerGavin Emerson

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lynne Ramsay

JR
James Ramsay
James Gallagher
DC
Drew Cain
Drug Dealer
AB
Andrew Barton
James (12 years old)
SB
Stevan Brennan
James' Friend
MT
Michael Thompson
Man On Canal Bank
JM
Jason McKenzie
Andy
NW
Nikki Wright
Provan
IHIan Hanmore
Ian Hanmore
Senior Guard
NM
Niall McCloud
Prison guard
MS
Michael Slevin
Prison Guard
AM
Andy Miller
Prison Guard
RM
Robert McEwan
James (10 Years Old)

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Kill the Day — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Kill the Day?

Kill the Day is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Kill the Day on Netflix?

No, Kill the Day is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Kill the Day on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Kill the Day isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Kill the Day for free?

Kill the Day is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.