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Saving Private Ryan

8.219982h 49m18AMovieWarDramaHistory

As U.S. troops storm the beaches of Normandy, three brothers lie dead on the battlefield, with a fourth trapped behind enemy lines. Ranger captain John Miller and seven men are tasked with penetrating German-held territory and bringing the boy home.

DirectorSteven Spielberg
WriterRobert Rodat
ProducersMark Gordon·Steven Spielberg

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Cast · Directed by Steven Spielberg

Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Captain Miller
Tom Sizemore
Tom Sizemore
Sergeant Horvath
Edward Burns
Edward Burns
Private Reiben
Barry Pepper
Barry Pepper
Private Jackson
Adam Goldberg
Adam Goldberg
Private Mellish
Vin Diesel
Vin Diesel
Private Caparzo
Giovanni Ribisi
Giovanni Ribisi
T/4 Medic Wade
Jeremy Davies
Jeremy Davies
Corporal Upham
Matt Damon
Matt Damon
Private Ryan
Ted Danson
Ted Danson
Captain Hamill
Paul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Sergeant Hill
Dennis Farina
Dennis Farina
Lieutenant Colonel Anderson

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Saving Private Ryan — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Saving Private Ryan?

Saving Private Ryan is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ and Paramount Plus Premium in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Saving Private Ryan on Netflix?

No, Saving Private Ryan is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus and Paramount+.

Is Saving Private Ryan on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Saving Private Ryan for free?

Saving Private Ryan is available on Paramount Plus and Paramount+ in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Saving Private Ryan based on a true story?

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