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The Harder They Come

6.619721h 43mRMovieCrimeDramaMusic

Ivanhoe Martin arrives in Kingston, Jamaica, looking for work and, after some initial struggles, lands a recording contract as a reggae singer. He records his first song, "The Harder They Come," but after a bitter dispute with a…

DirectorPerry Henzell
WritersTrevor D. Rhone·Perry Henzell
ProducersChris Blackwell·Perry Henzell

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Cast · Directed by Perry Henzell

JCJimmy Cliff
Jimmy Cliff
Ivanhoe "Ivan" Martin
JB
Janet Bartley
Elsa
CB
Carl Bradshaw
Jose
RH
Ras Daniel Hartman
Pedro
BK
Basil Keane
Preacher
BC
Bob Charlton
Hilton
WSWinston Stona
Winston Stona
Detective Ray Jones
LW
Lucia White
Mother
VJ
Volair Johnson
Pushcart Boy
BA
Beverly Anderson
Housewife
CL
Clover Lewis
Market Woman
EC
Elijah Chambers
Longa

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The Harder They Come — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Harder They Come?

The Harder They Come is streaming on Criterion Channel, Hoopla and Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Harder They Come on Netflix?

No, The Harder They Come is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Hoopla.

Is The Harder They Come on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Harder They Come isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch The Harder They Come for free?

The Harder They Come is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Crave in Canada.