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Salinger

6.420132h 5m14AMovieDocumentary

An in-depth investigation into the private world of the American writer J. D. Salinger (1919-2010), who lived most of his life behind the impenetrable wall of a self-imposed seclusion: how his dramatic experiences during World War II…

DirectorShane Salerno
WriterShane Salerno
ProducersShane Salerno·Craig Fanning

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Shane Salerno

MM
Michael Mcdermott
Self - Photojournalist
AHA. E. Hotchner
A. E. Hotchner
Self - Writer
JM
Jean Miller
Self - Salinger's Friend
GVGore Vidal
Gore Vidal
Self - Writer
TWTom Wolfe
Tom Wolfe
Self - Writer
JG
John Guare
Self - Playwright
PHPhilip Seymour Hoffman
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Self - Actor
MSMartin Sheen
Martin Sheen
Self - Actor
HJ
Harvey Jason
Self - Rare Bookseller
PA
Paul Alexander
Self - Salinger's Biographer
RS
Richard Stayton
Self - Book Editor
RTRobert Towne
Robert Towne
Self - Screenwriter

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Salinger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Salinger?

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

Is Salinger on Netflix?

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

Is Salinger on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Salinger for free?

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

Is Salinger based on a true story?

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