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The Bookshop

6.520171h 50mPGMovieDrama

Set in a small English town in 1959, a woman decides, against polite but ruthless local opposition, to open a bookshop, a decision which becomes a political minefield.

DirectorIsabel Coixet
WriterIsabel Coixet
ProducersAlbert Sagalés·Jaume Banacolocha

Where to watch

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Isabel Coixet

EMEmily Mortimer
Emily Mortimer
Florence Green
BNBill Nighy
Bill Nighy
Mr. Brundish
PCPatricia Clarkson
Patricia Clarkson
Violet Gamart
JLJames Lance
James Lance
Milo North
HTHunter Tremayne
Hunter Tremayne
Mr. Keble
HKHonor Kneafsey
Honor Kneafsey
Christine
FBFrances Barber
Frances Barber
Jessie Welford
RWReg Wilson
Reg Wilson
General Gamart
MFMichael Fitzgerald
Michael Fitzgerald
Mr. Raven
NONigel O'Neill
Nigel O'Neill
Mr. Deben
JSJorge Suquet
Jorge Suquet
Mr. Thornton
LOLana O'Kell
Lana O'Kell
Ivy Welford

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The Bookshop — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Bookshop?

The Bookshop is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Bookshop on Netflix?

No, The Bookshop is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is The Bookshop on Amazon Prime Video?

The Bookshop isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Bookshop for free?

The Bookshop is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.