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The Last Word

6.620171h 48mRMovieComedyDrama

A retired businesswoman – who tries to control everything around her – decides to write her own obituary. A young journalist takes up the task of finding out the truth, and the result is a life-altering friendship.

DirectorMark Pellington
WriterStuart Ross Fink
ProducersAnne-Marie Mackay·Kirk D'Amico

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Cast · Directed by Mark Pellington

SMShirley MacLaine
Shirley MacLaine
Harriet Lauler
ASAmanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried
Anne Sherman
AHAnne Heche
Anne Heche
Elizabeth
TSThomas Sadoski
Thomas Sadoski
Robin Sands
PHPhilip Baker Hall
Philip Baker Hall
Edward
APAdina Porter
Adina Porter
Bree Wilson
SBSarah Baker
Sarah Baker
Zoe
TSTom Everett Scott
Tom Everett Scott
Ronald Odom
GWGedde Watanabe
Gedde Watanabe
Louie the gardener
JMJoel Murray
Joel Murray
Joe Mueller
MBMarshall Bell
Marshall Bell
Edward
SCSteven Culp
Steven Culp
Sam Serman

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The Last Word — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Last Word?

The Last Word is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Last Word on Netflix?

No, The Last Word is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV.

Is The Last Word on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Last Word is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Last Word for free?

The Last Word is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Plex in Canada.