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The Children Act

6.620181h 45mMovieDrama

In the midst of a marital crisis, a High Court judge must decide if she should order a life-saving blood transfusion for a teen with cancer despite his family's refusal to accept medical treatment for religious reasons.

DirectorRichard Eyre
WriterIan McEwan
ProducersDuncan Kenworthy·Joe Oppenheimer

Where to watch

Lionsgate+ Amazon ChannelLionsgate+ Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Richard Eyre

ETEmma Thompson
Emma Thompson
Fiona Maye
STStanley Tucci
Stanley Tucci
Jack Maye
FWFionn Whitehead
Fionn Whitehead
Adam Henry
BCBen Chaplin
Ben Chaplin
Kevin Henry
JWJason Watkins
Jason Watkins
Nigel Pauling
NANikki Amuka-Bird
Nikki Amuka-Bird
Amadia Kalu
ACAnthony Calf
Anthony Calf
Mark Berner
RCRosie Cavaliero
Rosie Cavaliero
Marina Green
EWEileen Walsh
Eileen Walsh
Naomi Henry
NJNicholas Jones
Nicholas Jones
Professor Carter
RVRupert Vansittart
Rupert Vansittart
Sherwood Runcie
RLReena Lalbihari
Reena Lalbihari
Samaira

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The Children Act — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Children Act?

The Children Act is streaming on Lionsgate+ in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Children Act on Netflix?

No, The Children Act is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Lionsgate+.

Is The Children Act on Amazon Prime Video?

The Children Act 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 Children Act for free?

The Children Act is available on Lionsgate+ in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.