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Soft Targets

10.019821h 15mMovieComedyThrillerDrama

Stephen Poliakoff's parody of the spy-thriller genre. A Russian diplomat becomes convinced that he is at the centre of a Foreign Office plot.

DirectorCharles Sturridge
WriterStephen Poliakoff
ProducerKenith Trodd

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Charles Sturridge

IHIan Holm
Ian Holm
Alexei
HMHelen Mirren
Helen Mirren
Celia
NHNigel Havers
Nigel Havers
Harman
CGCelia Gregory
Celia Gregory
Frances
MMMargery Mason
Margery Mason
Celia's Mother
TWThorley Walters
Thorley Walters
Old Wedding Guest
HT
Hugh Thomas
Castle
TDTony Doyle
Tony Doyle
Kirby
CLChris Langham
Chris Langham
Drinkwater
RERupert Everett
Rupert Everett
Boy at Party
JSJulian Sands
Julian Sands
Groom
KP
Kate Percival
Bride

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Soft Targets — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Soft Targets?

Soft Targets is streaming on Britbox in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Soft Targets on Netflix?

No, Soft Targets is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Britbox.

Is Soft Targets on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Soft Targets isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Britbox instead.

Where can I watch Soft Targets for free?

Soft Targets is available on Britbox in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.