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The Essential Church

7.220232h 6mPG-13MovieDocumentaryDramaHistory

When governments use Covid emergency act edicts to restrict the gathering and worship of the Church, three pastors facing the risk of imprisonment, unlimited fines, and their own Churches splitting apart take a courageous stand and re-open in the face of a world that has chosen to comply.

DirectorShannon Halliday
WriterShannon Halliday
ProducersEllen Perry·Seth Bowling

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Tubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Shannon Halliday

JM
John MacArthur
JE
Jenna Ellis
PJ
Paul M Jonna
CL
Charles S LiMandri
JT
Jeffrey M Trissell
JC
James Coats
EC
Erin Coats
TS
Tim Stephens
SA
Scott W. Atlas
JB
Jay Bhattacharya
IH
Ian Hamilton
CH
Chris Hamilton

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The Essential Church — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Essential Church?

The Essential Church is streaming on Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Essential Church on Netflix?

No, The Essential Church is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Tubi TV.

Is The Essential Church on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Essential Church isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch The Essential Church for free?

The Essential Church is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Canada.

Is The Essential Church based on a true story?

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