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The Defender

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This documentary is about Bob Diemert of Carman, Manitoba, and his dream of building the world's next great fighter plane. His worldwide reputation as a genius at restoring "warbirds" enables him to finance his dream. The Defender is a…

DirectorStephen Low
ProducersChes Yetman·Charles Konowal

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NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Stephen Low

BD
Bob Diemert
Himself
CSCedric Smith
Cedric Smith
narrator

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The Defender — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Defender?

The Defender is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Defender on Netflix?

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

Is The Defender on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Defender for free?

The Defender is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.