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The Man Without a Past

7.420021h 37mPG-13MovieDramaRomance

Arriving in Helsinki, a nameless man is beaten within an inch of his life by thugs, miraculously recovering only to find that he has completely lost his memory. Back on the streets, he attempts to begin again from zero, befriending a moody dog and becoming besotted with a Salvation Army volunteer.

DirectorAki Kaurismäki
WriterAki Kaurismäki
ProducerAki Kaurismäki

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 10 other countries

The Man Without a Past isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Denmark, Finland, France, Guernsey and 6 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Aki Kaurismäki

MPMarkku Peltola
Markku Peltola
M
KOKati Outinen
Kati Outinen
Irma
JNJuhani Niemelä
Juhani Niemelä
Nieminen
KPKaija Pakarinen
Kaija Pakarinen
Kaisa Nieminen
SKSakari Kuosmanen
Sakari Kuosmanen
Anttila
AT
Annikki Tähti
Manager of Flea Market
ASAnneli Sauli
Anneli Sauli
Bar Owner
ESElina Salo
Elina Salo
Dock Clerk
OMOuti Mäenpää
Outi Mäenpää
Bank Clerk
ENEsko Nikkari
Esko Nikkari
Bank Robber
PSPertti Sveholm
Pertti Sveholm
Police Detective
MW
Matti Wuori
Layer

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The Man Without a Past — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Man Without a Past?

The Man Without a Past isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Denmark, Spain and Finland and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Man Without a Past on Netflix?

No, The Man Without a Past is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Man Without a Past on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Man Without a Past isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Man Without a Past for free?

The Man Without a Past isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.