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The Long Day Closes

7.219921h 25mMovieDrama

Bud is a lonely and quiet boy whose moments of solace occur when he sits in rapture at the local cinema, watching towering and iconic figures on the movie screen. The movies give Bud the strength to get through another day as he deals with…

DirectorTerence Davies
WriterTerence Davies
ProducersOlivia Stewart·Ben Gibson

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Terence Davies

LMLeigh McCormack
Leigh McCormack
Bud
MYMarjorie Yates
Marjorie Yates
Mother
AW
Anthony Watson
Kevin
NL
Nicholas Lamont
John
AO
Ayse Owens
Helen
TMTina Malone
Tina Malone
Edna
JW
Jimmy Wilde
Curly
RP
Robin Polley
Mr Nicholls
PI
Peter Ivatts
Mr Bushell
JB
Joy Blakeman
Frances
DT
Denise Thomas
Jean
PMPatricia Morison
Patricia Morison
Amy

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The Long Day Closes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Long Day Closes?

The Long Day Closes is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Long Day Closes on Netflix?

No, The Long Day Closes is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Long Day Closes on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Long Day Closes isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Long Day Closes for free?

The Long Day Closes is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Long Day Closes based on a true story?

Yes — The Long Day Closes is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).