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Limelight

9.019361h 20mMovieDramaMusic

A chorus girl (Anna Neagle) discovers a singer (Arthur Tracy) in the streets and asks her producer to give him a shot at stardom.

DirectorHerbert Wilcox
WriterLaura Whetter
ProducerHerbert Wilcox

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Cast · Directed by Herbert Wilcox

ANAnna Neagle
Anna Neagle
Marjorie Kay
ATArthur Tracy
Arthur Tracy
Bob Grant
TLTilly Losch
Tilly Losch
Dancer
JWJane Winton
Jane Winton
Ray Madison
EJEllis Jeffreys
Ellis Jeffreys
Lady Madeleine
HPHelena Pickard
Helena Pickard
Pixie
G
Geraldo
JBJack Buchanan
Jack Buchanan
RSRonald Shiner
Ronald Shiner
Asst. Stage Manager

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Limelight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Limelight?

Limelight isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Limelight on Netflix?

No, Limelight is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Limelight on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Limelight isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Limelight for free?

Limelight isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Limelight?

Limelight hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 17, 1936. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.