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Philomena

7.320131h 38mPG-13MovieDrama

A woman searches for her adult son, who was taken away from her decades ago when she was forced to live in a convent.

DirectorStephen Frears
WritersJeff Pope·Steve Coogan
ProducersGabrielle Tana·Steve Coogan

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Cast · Directed by Stephen Frears

JDJudi Dench
Judi Dench
Philomena
SCSteve Coogan
Steve Coogan
Martin Sixsmith
SCSophie Kennedy Clark
Sophie Kennedy Clark
Young Philomena
MWMare Winningham
Mare Winningham
Mary Hess
BJBarbara Jefford
Barbara Jefford
Sister Hildegarde
RMRuth McCabe
Ruth McCabe
Mother Barbara
PHPeter Hermann
Peter Hermann
Pete Olsson
SMSean Mahon
Sean Mahon
Michael Hess
AMAnna Maxwell Martin
Anna Maxwell Martin
Jane
MFMichelle Fairley
Michelle Fairley
Sally Mitchell
WMWunmi Mosaku
Wunmi Mosaku
Young Nun
AMAmy McAllister
Amy McAllister
Sister Anunciata

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Philomena — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Philomena?

Philomena is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Philomena on Netflix?

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

Is Philomena on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Philomena for free?

Philomena is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is Philomena based on a true story?

Yes — Philomena is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).