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Something Necessary

6.820131h 25m18AMovieDrama

SOMETHING NECESSARY is an intimate moment in the lives of Anne and Joseph. A woman struggling to rebuild her life after the civil unrest that swept Kenya after the 2007 elections claiming the life of her husband, the health of her son and…

DirectorJudy Kibinge

ProducerTom Tykwer

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Judy Kibinge

Sue Wanjiru

Anne (as Susan Wanjiru)

Qdamah Kipchumba

Joseph (as Walter Kipchumba Lagat)

David Kiprotich Mutai

Lesit

Anne Kimani

Gathoni

Carolyne Chebiwott Kibet

Kipng'eno Kirui Duncan

Chepsoi

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Something Necessary — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Something Necessary?

Something Necessary isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is Something Necessary on Netflix?

No, Something Necessary is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Something Necessary on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Something Necessary isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Something Necessary for free?

Something Necessary isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.