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The Executioner

7.619631h 31mNRMovieComedyDrama

An undertaker gets married to an old executioner's daughter and, although he doesn't like it, must continue the profession of his father-in-law after his retirement.

DirectorLuis García Berlanga

WritersRafael Azcona·Luis García Berlanga

ProducersNazario Belmar·Moris Ergas

Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Britbox Apple TV Channel

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Luis García Berlanga

Nino Manfredi

José Luis Rodríguez, el enterrador

Emma Penella

Carmen, la hija de Amadeo

José Isbert

Amadeo, el verdugo

José Luis López Vázquez

Antonio Rodríguez, el hermano mayor de José Luis

Ángel Álvarez

Álvarez, el enterrador

Guido Alberti

Director de la prisión

Julia Caba Alba

Mujer visitante de la obra nº 2

María Luisa Ponte

Estefanía, esposa de Antonio

María Isbert

Ignacia, esposa de Álvarez

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The Executioner — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Executioner?

The Executioner is streaming on Criterion Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Executioner on Netflix?

No, The Executioner is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel.

Is The Executioner on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Executioner isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Executioner for free?

The Executioner is available on Criterion Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.