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Mabel

201620mGMovieDocumentary

Feisty, fiercely independent and firmly rooted in place, 90 year-old Mabel Robinson broke barriers back in the 40s when she became the first woman in Hubbards, Nova Scotia, to launch her own business—a hairdressing salon where she still…

DirectorTeresa MacInnes
WriterTeresa MacInnes
ProducerAnnette Clarke

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsNFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Teresa MacInnes

MR
Mabel Robinson
Self
LE
Lola Ewing
Self
RJ
Ruby Johnstone
Self
NW
Nellie Westhaver
Self

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Mabel — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Mabel?

Mabel is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Mabel on Netflix?

No, Mabel is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and NFB.

Is Mabel on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Mabel is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Mabel for free?

Mabel is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.