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The Breakthrough

7.0198144mMovieDrama

Theater students rehearse their own play, "Freedom," and become entangled in the depths of the play's themes in their personal lives.

DirectorJanne Kuusi
WritersJanne Kuusi·Jouni Tommola

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Cast · Directed by Janne Kuusi

ESEero Saarinen
Eero Saarinen
Jaakko, "Jaska", ohjaajaoppilas
SH
Susanna Haavisto
Pieni punatukkainen tyttö, näyttelijäoppilas
UTUlla Tapaninen
Ulla Tapaninen
Priskilla, "Prisu", näyttelijäoppilas
TTTimo Torikka
Timo Torikka
Maks, näyttelijäoppilas
ML
Matti Laustela
Morits, näyttelijäoppilas
RHRenny Harlin
Renny Harlin
Police officer (uncredited)
JPJukka-Pekka Palo
Jukka-Pekka Palo
Police officer (uncredited)
KVKari Väänänen
Kari Väänänen
Police officer (uncredited)

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The Breakthrough — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Breakthrough?

The Breakthrough isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Breakthrough on Netflix?

No, The Breakthrough is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Breakthrough on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Breakthrough for free?

The Breakthrough 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 Breakthrough?

The Breakthrough 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 6, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.