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Life with Jester

20131h 25mMovieDocumentary

For 23 years, Helena Třeštíková followed the story of actor and stage director Jakub Špalek. The first piece of footage was shot in Autumn 1989 when Jakub, then a theatre academy student, was actively involved in the Velvet Revolution.…

DirectorHelena Třeštíková
WriterHelena Třeštíková
ProducerHana Třeštíková

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DocAlliance FilmsDocAlliance Films
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Helena Třeštíková

JŠJakub Špalek
Jakub Špalek
Himself

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Life with Jester — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Life with Jester?

Life with Jester is streaming on DocAlliance Films in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Life with Jester on Netflix?

No, Life with Jester is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on DocAlliance Films.

Is Life with Jester on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Life with Jester isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on DocAlliance Films instead.

Where can I watch Life with Jester for free?

Life with Jester is available on DocAlliance Films in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Life with Jester based on a true story?

Yes — Life with Jester is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).