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The Illegal

10.020211h 26mMovieDrama

A gritty realistic story about a young film school student from middle-class India who's forced to drop out to support his family while staying in the United States as an undocumented worker.

DirectorDanish Renzu

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Cast · Directed by Danish Renzu

SSSuraj Sharma
Suraj Sharma
Hassan
SSShweta Tripathi Sharma
Shweta Tripathi Sharma
Mahi
AHAdil Hussain
Adil Hussain
Papa
ITIqbal Theba
Iqbal Theba
Babaji
JAJay Ali
Jay Ali
Zayen Khan
NANeelima Azim
Neelima Azim
Mummy
HMHannah Masi
Hannah Masi
Jessica
SOShila Ommi
Shila Ommi
Sara
IBIsmail Bashey
Ismail Bashey
Mamujaan

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The Illegal — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Illegal?

The Illegal is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Filmtap in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and MovieMe. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Illegal on Netflix?

No, The Illegal is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is The Illegal on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Illegal is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of November 2026.

Where can I watch The Illegal for free?

The Illegal is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Filmtap in Canada.