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Secretary

6.820021h 51mMovieRomanceDramaComedy

A young woman, recently released from a mental hospital, gets a job as a secretary to a demanding lawyer, where their employer-employee relationship turns into a sexual, sadomasochistic one.

DirectorSteven Shainberg
WriterErin Cressida Wilson
ProducersAmy Hobby·Steven Shainberg

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Cast · Directed by Steven Shainberg

JSJames Spader
James Spader
Mr. Grey
MGMaggie Gyllenhaal
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Lee Holloway
JDJeremy Davies
Jeremy Davies
Peter
LWLesley Ann Warren
Lesley Ann Warren
Joan Holloway
SMStephen McHattie
Stephen McHattie
Burt Holloway
PBPatrick Bauchau
Patrick Bauchau
Dr. Twardon
JTJessica Tuck
Jessica Tuck
Tricia O'Connor
OPOsgood Perkins
Osgood Perkins
Jonathan
ALAmy Locane
Amy Locane
Lee's Sister
MJMary Joy
Mary Joy
Sylvia
MMMichael Mantell
Michael Mantell
Stewart
LKLily Knight
Lily Knight
Paralegal

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Secretary — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Secretary?

Secretary is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels and Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Secretary on Netflix?

No, Secretary is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

Is Secretary on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Secretary for free?

Secretary is available to stream free (with ads) on Crave in Canada.