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The Babysitter

5.719801h 36mNRMovieTV MovieThrillerDrama

Overprotective mother Liz Benedict meets 18-year-old orphan Joanna Redwine and hires her as house help and live-in companion to rambunctious daughter Tara. Liz's husband Jeff isn't too thrilled with the arrangement, and his fears soon…

DirectorPeter Medak
WriterJennifer Miller
ProducersFrank von Zerneck·David Garcia Jr.

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Cast · Directed by Peter Medak

PDPatty Duke
Patty Duke
Liz Benedict
WSWilliam Shatner
William Shatner
Dr. Jeff Benedict
QCQuinn Cummings
Quinn Cummings
Tara Benedict
SZStephanie Zimbalist
Stephanie Zimbalist
Joanna Redwine
DWDavid Wallace
David Wallace
Scotty
KTKenneth Tigar
Kenneth Tigar
Tom Montgomery
VKVirginia Kiser
Virginia Kiser
Mrs. Welford
JHJohn Houseman
John Houseman
Dr. Lindquist
HBHildy Brooks
Hildy Brooks
Barbara
FBFrank Birney
Frank Birney
Mr. Farragut
TH
Ty Haller
Minister

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The Babysitter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Babysitter?

The Babysitter isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Babysitter on Netflix?

No, The Babysitter is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Babysitter on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Babysitter for free?

The Babysitter 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 Babysitter?

The Babysitter hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 16, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.