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The Commandant's Shadow

7.220241h 43mPG-13MovieDocumentaryHistoryWar

While Hans Jurgen Höss enjoyed a happy childhood in the family villa at Auschwitz, Jewish prisoner Anita Lasker-Wallfisch was trying to survive the notorious concentration camp. At the heart of this film is the historic and inspiring…

DirectorDaniela Völker
WriterDaniela Völker
ProducersDaniela Völker·Gloria Abramoff

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Daniela Völker

HH
Hans-Jürgen Höss
Self
KH
Kai Höss
Self
ALAnita Lasker-Wallfisch
Anita Lasker-Wallfisch
Self
ML
Maya Lasker-Wallfisch
Self
RH
Rudolf Höss
Self (archive footage)
AHAdolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler
Self (archive footage)

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The Commandant's Shadow — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Commandant's Shadow?

The Commandant's Shadow is streaming on Crave in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Commandant's Shadow on Netflix?

No, The Commandant's Shadow is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Crave.

Is The Commandant's Shadow on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Commandant's Shadow isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crave instead.

Where can I watch The Commandant's Shadow for free?

The Commandant's Shadow is available on Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Commandant's Shadow based on a true story?

Yes — The Commandant's Shadow is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).