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The Benefactor

7.619421h 28mMovieComedyDrama

A kind and generous village noble, specializing in good works, actually leads a double existence and carries out dishonest activities.

DirectorHenri Decoin

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Cast · Directed by Henri Decoin

RRaimu
Raimu
Monsieur Moulinet
SPSuzy Prim
Suzy Prim
Irène Berger
PLPierre Larquey
Pierre Larquey
Noblet
LDLucienne Delyle
Lucienne Delyle
Singer
RBRené Bergeron
René Bergeron
Conservator of mortgages
JBJacques Baumer
Jacques Baumer
Director of the P.J.
CGCharles Granval
Charles Granval
Mayor
AFAndré Fouché
André Fouché
Claude de Vitrac
YDYves Deniaud
Yves Deniaud
Vinchon
ARAlexandre Rignault
Alexandre Rignault
Boss
HMHéléna Manson
Héléna Manson
Gertrude, maid
PJ
Pierre Jourdan
Guy at the bar

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The Benefactor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Benefactor?

The Benefactor isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Benefactor on Netflix?

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

Is The Benefactor on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Benefactor for free?

The Benefactor 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 Benefactor?

The Benefactor 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 29, 1943. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.