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The Floater

10.019751h 5mMovieComedyTV Movie

A comedy about the law - seen from the inside. All formality and procedure on the surface but not quite so convincing when you see the works.

DirectorBarry Davis
WriterPeter Prince
ProducerGraeme MacDonald

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Cast · Directed by Barry Davis

RBRichard Beckinsale
Richard Beckinsale
Michael Robson
MMMargery Mason
Margery Mason
Mrs. Miller
JCJulian Curry
Julian Curry
Jeremy Butler
NHNigel Hawthorne
Nigel Hawthorne
Morris Shelman
DDDavid Dixon
David Dixon
Klaus Miller
RTRoyston Tickner
Royston Tickner
Usher
JM
James Mellor
Sergeant
SRStruan Rodger
Struan Rodger
Police constable
KR
Karen Ruse
Noreen McBride
AG
Alison Groves
Avril
CSCarmen Silvera
Carmen Silvera
Sra Constanza
JBJorge Bosso
Jorge Bosso
Interpreter

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The Floater — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Floater?

The Floater isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Floater on Netflix?

No, The Floater is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Floater on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Floater for free?

The Floater 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 Floater?

The Floater hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 17, 1975. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.