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The Man Who Laughs

8.019713h 50mMovieDramaHistoryThriller

A three part film, based on the novel of the same title by Victor Hugo, telling of the adventures of two children, a blind girl and a badly scared boy, who are rescued and looked after by a vagabond.

DirectorJean Kerchbron

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Cast · Directed by Jean Kerchbron

XDXavier Depraz
Xavier Depraz
Ursus
ÉDÉric Damain
Éric Damain
Gwynplaine enfant
PBPhilippe Bouclet
Philippe Bouclet
Gwynplaine
DD
Delphine Desyeux
Déa
GMGeorges Marchal
Georges Marchal
Lord David

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The Man Who Laughs — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Man Who Laughs?

The Man Who Laughs isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Man Who Laughs on Netflix?

No, The Man Who Laughs is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Man Who Laughs on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Man Who Laughs isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Man Who Laughs for free?

The Man Who Laughs 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 Man Who Laughs?

The Man Who Laughs hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 27, 1971. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.