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The Carer

6.420161h 29mMovieComedy

Dorottya is a young Hungarian actress with a burning desire: to make it on the English stage. Legendary actor, Sir Michael Gifford suffers from an incurable disease, and has one desire: be left alone. When Dorottya becomes his carer they both hope their wish will be fulfilled.

DirectorJános Edelényi
WritersGilbert Adair·János Edelényi
ProducersJózsef Berger·Steve Bowden

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by János Edelényi

BCBrian Cox
Brian Cox
Sir Michael
EFEmilia Fox
Emilia Fox
Sophia
ACAnna Chancellor
Anna Chancellor
Milly
CKCoco König
Coco König
Dorottya
RMRoger Moore
Roger Moore
Himself
SCSelina Cadell
Selina Cadell
Mrs. Trudeau
KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Joseph
AHAndrew Havill
Andrew Havill
Dr. Satterthwaite
ALAndor Lukáts
Andor Lukáts
Uncle Ferenczi
RRRichard Ridings
Richard Ridings
Landlord
MCMaitland Chandler
Maitland Chandler
Freddy
RP
Ruth Posner
Dolly

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The Carer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Carer?

The Carer 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 Carer on Netflix?

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

Is The Carer on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Carer isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch The Carer for free?

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