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The Attendant

4.419938mMovieFantasyDrama

Memory mixes with desire as a museum attendant is caught up in sado-masochistic fantasies inspired by a 19th century painting of slaves in chains called Scene on the coast of Africa. The man remembers his past as a singer and delivers Dido's lament from Purcell's opera.

DirectorIsaac Julien

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Cast · Directed by Isaac Julien

TBThomas Baptiste
Thomas Baptiste
The Attendant
CSCleo Sylvestre
Cleo Sylvestre
JW
John Wilson
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The Attendant — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Attendant?

The Attendant isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Attendant on Netflix?

No, The Attendant is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Attendant on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Attendant isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Attendant for free?

The Attendant 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 The Attendant?

The Attendant hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 29, 1993. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.