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The Birth of the Robot

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This experiment was a “prestige advertisement” for Shell Motor Oil. As conventional animation became dominated by Walt Disney, many European filmmakers turned to puppets as an alternative, and Lye enlisted the help of avant-garde friends…

DirectorLen Lye

WriterC.H. David

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The Birth of the Robot — streaming FAQ

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The Birth of the Robot isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Birth of the Robot on Netflix?

No, The Birth of the Robot is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

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The Birth of the Robot hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 19, 1936. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.