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The Magic Alphabet

6.5194211mNRMovieDrama

This MGM John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short dramatizes how the work of Dutch physician Christiaan Eijkman, who searched for a cure for beri-beri on the island of Java in the 1890s, led to the discovery of vitamins.

DirectorJacques Tourneur
WriterRobert Lopez
ProducerJohn Nesbitt

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Cast · Directed by Jacques Tourneur

JN
John Nesbitt
Narrator (voice)
SMStephen McNally
Stephen McNally
Dr. Christiaan Eijkman
DMDorothy Morris
Dorothy Morris
Secretary (uncredited)
EVEmmett Vogan
Emmett Vogan
Scientist (uncredited)

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The Magic Alphabet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Magic Alphabet?

The Magic Alphabet isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Magic Alphabet on Netflix?

No, The Magic Alphabet is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Magic Alphabet on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Magic Alphabet isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Magic Alphabet for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Magic Alphabet?

The Magic Alphabet hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 28, 1942. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.