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Novitiate

6.520172h 3mRMovieDrama

In the early 1960s, during the Vatican II era, a young woman training to become a nun struggles with issues of faith, sexuality and the changing church.

DirectorMargaret Betts
WriterMargaret Betts
ProducersJessica Betts·Carole Peterman

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Margaret Betts

MQMargaret Qualley
Margaret Qualley
Sister Cathleen
MLMelissa Leo
Melissa Leo
Reverend Mother
JNJulianne Nicholson
Julianne Nicholson
Nora Harris
DADianna Agron
Dianna Agron
Sister Mary Grace
LS
Lisa Stewart
Sister Genevieve
MSMorgan Saylor
Morgan Saylor
Sister Evelyn
LLLiana Liberato
Liana Liberato
Sister Emily
RDRebecca Dayan
Rebecca Dayan
Sister Emanuel
EPEline Powell
Eline Powell
Sister Candace
CLChelsea Lopez
Chelsea Lopez
Sister Charlotte
MHMaddie Hasson
Maddie Hasson
Sister Sissy
DODenis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare
Archbishop

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Novitiate — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Novitiate?

Novitiate is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Novitiate on Netflix?

No, Novitiate is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Novitiate on Amazon Prime Video?

Novitiate isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Novitiate for free?

Novitiate is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.