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The Heart of the Matter

6.819531h 45mMovieDrama

Based on Graham Greene’s novel, a married colonial police chief struggles with his conscience when he has an affair with a younger woman.

DirectorGeorge More O'Ferrall
ProducerIan Dalrymple

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 24 other countries

The Heart of the Matter isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia and 20 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by George More O'Ferrall

THTrevor Howard
Trevor Howard
Harry Scobie
EAElizabeth Allan
Elizabeth Allan
Louise Scobie
DEDenholm Elliott
Denholm Elliott
Wilson
PFPeter Finch
Peter Finch
Father Rank
MSMaria Schell
Maria Schell
Helen Rolt
GO
Gérard Oury
Yusef
GCGeorge Coulouris
George Coulouris
Portuguese Captain
MHMichael Hordern
Michael Hordern
Commissioner
JH
Jane Henderson
Miss Malcot (uncredited)
ECEarl Cameron
Earl Cameron
Ali
JFJudith Furse
Judith Furse
Dr Sykes
JGJohn Glyn-Jones
John Glyn-Jones
Harris (uncredited)

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The Heart of the Matter — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Heart of the Matter?

The Heart of the Matter isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Bulgaria, Cyprus and Czechia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Heart of the Matter on Netflix?

No, The Heart of the Matter is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Heart of the Matter on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Heart of the Matter isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Heart of the Matter for free?

The Heart of the Matter isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.