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Lights for Gita

9.020017mMovieAnimationFamily

This animated short, based on the book by Rachna Gilmore, is the story of Gita, an 8-year-old girl who can't wait to celebrate Divali - the Hindu festival of lights - in her new home in Canada. But it's nothing like New Delhi, where she…

DirectorMichel Vo
WriterSugith Varughese
ProducersIsobel Marks·David Verrall

Where to watch

NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michel Vo

ISIvan Smith
Ivan Smith
Narrator
SS
Shalini Singh
Gita
KF
Ken Fernández
Father
MC
Majella Castellano
Mother
RG
Rosalind Garland
Amy

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Lights for Gita — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lights for Gita?

Lights for Gita is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Lights for Gita on Netflix?

No, Lights for Gita is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Lights for Gita on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Lights for Gita isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch Lights for Gita for free?

Lights for Gita is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.