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The Great Electrical Revolution

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In depression-era Saskatchewan, families took refuge in the magic world of radio. When Grandad's old Marconi is short-circuited by the stingy power company, so begins "the great electrical revolution," and a good-natured comedy that pits the working class against the capitalists.

DirectorLarry Bauman
WriterKen Mitchell
ProducersBarbara Stewart·Kevin DeWalt

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Larry Bauman

LG
Lewis Gordon
Grandad
JF
Jean Farr
Grandma
DB
Dwayne Brenna
Matthew
BB
Beverley Brenna
Patty
BR
Ben Rootman
Barry
TF
Tibor Fehéregyházi
Rosta
KN
Kay Nouch
Mrs. Pizak
RA
Rick Ash
Lineman
JS
John Schreiner
Sleigh Driver
KM
Ken Mitchell
Self - Narrator (voice)

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The Great Electrical Revolution — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Great Electrical Revolution?

The Great Electrical Revolution is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Great Electrical Revolution on Netflix?

No, The Great Electrical Revolution is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is The Great Electrical Revolution on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Great Electrical Revolution isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch The Great Electrical Revolution for free?

The Great Electrical Revolution is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.