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The Forbidden Room

5.620151h 59mMovieComedy

A submarine crew, a feared pack of forest bandits, a famous surgeon, and a battalion of child soldiers all get more than they bargained for as they wend their way toward progressive ideas on life and love.

DirectorGuy Maddin
WritersGuy Maddin·Bob Kotyk
ProducersDavid Christensen·François-Pierre Clavel

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HooplaHoopla
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Guy Maddin

RDRoy Dupuis
Roy Dupuis
Cesare
CFClara Furey
Clara Furey
Margot
LNLouis Negin
Louis Negin
Marv / Smithy / Mars / Organizer / Mr. Lanyon
UKUdo Kier
Udo Kier
Count Yugh / Butler / Dead Father / Guard / Pharmacist
GHGregory Hlady
Gregory Hlady
Jarvis / Dr. Deane / Husband
MAMathieu Amalric
Mathieu Amalric
Thadeusz M___ / Ostler
NBNoel Burton
Noel Burton
Wolf / Pilot / Captain
GCGeraldine Chaplin
Geraldine Chaplin
Master Passion / Nursemaid / Aunt Chance
PAPaul Ahmarani
Paul Ahmarani
Dr. Deng / Speedy
CDCaroline Dhavernas
Caroline Dhavernas
Gong
SDSlimane Dazi
Slimane Dazi
Baron Pappenheim
MMMaria de Medeiros
Maria de Medeiros
Blind Mother / Clotilde

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The Forbidden Room — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Forbidden Room?

The Forbidden Room is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Forbidden Room on Netflix?

No, The Forbidden Room is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is The Forbidden Room on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Forbidden Room isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch The Forbidden Room for free?

The Forbidden Room is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Canada.