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Paternal Rites

20181h 22mMovie

The question of how to approach an abusive past is tackled head-on in this contemplative mix of home movies, collage and interviews. After years of attempting to heal from the actions of an abusive grandfather, Rosskam presents a series of…

DirectorJules Rosskam

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Paternal Rites — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Paternal Rites?

Paternal Rites isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Paternal Rites on Netflix?

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

Is Paternal Rites on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Paternal Rites for free?

Paternal Rites 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 Paternal Rites?

Paternal Rites hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 7, 2018. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.