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Show Boat

6.819292h 26mNRMovieDrama

This film sticks very closely to the Edna Ferber novel, rather than the musical based on the novel. There are only two major changes from Ferber's book : *Julie in this version is a white woman, not a racially mixed one; therefore she and…

DirectorHarry A. Pollard
WriterEdna Ferber

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Cast · Directed by Harry A. Pollard

LPLaura La Plante
Laura La Plante
Magnolia
JSJoseph Schildkraut
Joseph Schildkraut
Gaylord Ravenal
EFEmily Fitzroy
Emily Fitzroy
Parthenia Ann Hawks
OHOtis Harlan
Otis Harlan
Capt. Andy Hawks
ARAlma Rubens
Alma Rubens
Julie Dozier
JMJack McDonald
Jack McDonald
Windy
JV
Jane La Verne
Magnolia as Child / Kim
NENeely Edwards
Neely Edwards
Schultzy
EB
Elise Bartlett
Elly
SFStepin Fetchit
Stepin Fetchit
Joe
JBJules Bledsoe
Jules Bledsoe
Joe [prologue]
TG
Tess Gardella
Queenie [prologue]

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Show Boat — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Show Boat?

Show Boat isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Show Boat on Netflix?

No, Show Boat is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is Show Boat on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Show Boat isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Show Boat for free?

Show Boat isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Show Boat?

Show Boat hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 4, 1929. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.