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The Bowmakers

8.020191h 46mMovieDocumentary

This documentary film explores the world of the bow and the extraordinary masters who make them. The bow is the Cinderella of the orchestra—the overworked and overshadowed ally to its more glamorous partners. Few people, even among lovers…

DirectorWard Serrill
WriterWard Serrill
ProducerRocky Friedman

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ward Serrill

CE
Charles Espey
Self, bow-maker
PS
Paul Siefried
Self, bow-maker
RM
Robert Morrow
Self, bow-maker
OK
Ole Kanestrom
Self, bow-maker
CK
Cody Kowalski
Self, bow-maker
ST
Stéphane Tomachot
Self, bow-maker
JT
Joséphine Tomachot
Self, bow-maker
NB
Noel Burke
Self, bow-maker
JG
Johnny Gandelsman
Self, violinist, Brooklyn Rider
CJ
Colin Jacobsen
Self, violinist, Brooklyn Rider
NC
Nicholas Cords
Self, violist, Brooklyn Rider
MN
Michael Nicolas
Self, cellist, Brooklyn Rider

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The Bowmakers — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Bowmakers?

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

Is The Bowmakers on Netflix?

No, The Bowmakers is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is The Bowmakers on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Bowmakers isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch The Bowmakers for free?

The Bowmakers is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.