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The Discovery

6.320171h 42mMovieDramaRomanceScience Fiction

In the near future, due to a breakthrough scientific discovery by Dr. Thomas Harbor, there is now definitive proof of an afterlife. While countless people have chosen suicide to reset their existence, others try to decide what it all…

DirectorCharlie McDowell
WritersJustin Lader·Charlie McDowell
ProducersAlex Orlovsky·James D. Stern

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Charlie McDowell

JSJason Segel
Jason Segel
Will Harbor
RMRooney Mara
Rooney Mara
Isla
RRRobert Redford
Robert Redford
Dr. Thomas Harbor
JPJesse Plemons
Jesse Plemons
Toby Harbor
RKRiley Keough
Riley Keough
Lacey
RCRon Canada
Ron Canada
Cooper
BMBrian McCarthy
Brian McCarthy
Andy
KSKimleigh Smith
Kimleigh Smith
Pam
MKM.J. Karmi
M.J. Karmi
Janice Phillips
AKAdam Khaykin
Adam Khaykin
Oliver
MSMary Steenburgen
Mary Steenburgen
Interviewer
CRConnor Ratliff
Connor Ratliff
Coroner

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The Discovery — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Discovery?

The Discovery is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada.

Is The Discovery on Netflix?

Yes — The Discovery is available on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Discovery on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Discovery isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch The Discovery for free?

The Discovery is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.