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The Essentials

20131h 23mMovie

Jim is a burnt out ex-spy, down on his luck at the end of an illustrious career. After he goes rogue and screws up yet again, his former Agency must bail him out, vowing that this favor will be his last. But in a refusal to accept old age…

DirectorBrendan Nagle

ProducerJim Toepper

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Not available in Canada

Streaming in 1 other country

The Essentials isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Brendan Nagle

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The Essentials — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Essentials?

The Essentials isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Essentials on Netflix?

No, The Essentials is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026.

Is The Essentials on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Essentials isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Essentials for free?

The Essentials isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Essentials?

The Essentials hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 2013. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.