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The Despair

6.520191h 15mMovieDrama

Unable to deal with a personal crisis, Gatis is struggling with depression. He feels like he is burning out. By accident he ends up in a strange cult-type therapy group that seems to trigger his self healing process, though it feels like he is losing his sanity. Is he healing or going insane?

DirectorKārlis Lesiņš

WriterKārlis Lesiņš

ProducersDominiks Jarmakovičs·Kristīne Āboliņa-Baltkāje

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The Despair — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Despair?

The Despair isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Despair on Netflix?

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

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What is the OTT release date for The Despair?

The Despair hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 7, 2019. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.