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Sapphire

7.019591h 32mNRMovieMysteryCrimeThriller

Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives…

DirectorBasil Dearden
WriterJanet Green
ProducersMichael Relph·Earl St. John

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Cast · Directed by Basil Dearden

NPNigel Patrick
Nigel Patrick
Superintendent Robert Hazard
MCMichael Craig
Michael Craig
Inspector Phil Learoyd
YMYvonne Mitchell
Yvonne Mitchell
Mildred
PMPaul Massie
Paul Massie
David Harris
BMBernard Miles
Bernard Miles
Ted Harris
OLOlga Lindo
Olga Lindo
Mrs. Harris
ECEarl Cameron
Earl Cameron
Dr. Robbins
GHGordon Heath
Gordon Heath
Paul Slade
BSBarbara Steele
Barbara Steele
Student (uncredited)
PVPeter Vaughan
Peter Vaughan
Detective Whitehead (uncredited)
YBYvonne Buckingham
Yvonne Buckingham
Sapphire Robbins
JB
Jocelyn Britton
Patsy

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Sapphire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sapphire?

Sapphire is streaming on Criterion Channel, Tubi TV and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sapphire on Netflix?

No, Sapphire is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Tubi TV.

Is Sapphire on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Sapphire isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch Sapphire for free?

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