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The General's Day

197259mMovieComedyDramaTV Movie

When Mrs Hinch, the sinister charlady, decides to move in, General Suffolk fights his last battle.

DirectorJohn Gorrie
WriterWilliam Trevor
ProducerIrene Shubik

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Cast · Directed by John Gorrie

ASAlastair Sim
Alastair Sim
ACAnnette Crosbie
Annette Crosbie
DNDandy Nichols
Dandy Nichols
NM
Nan Munro
JG
Jack Galloway
JGJulia Goodman
Julia Goodman
NSNorman Shelley
Norman Shelley

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The General's Day — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The General's Day?

The General's Day isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The General's Day on Netflix?

No, The General's Day is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The General's Day on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The General's Day isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The General's Day for free?

The General's Day 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 General's Day?

The General's Day hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 8, 1973. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.