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The Novelist

20171h 26mMovieComedy

Lewis was a decently selling writer once. But now that he is older, his books no longer sell, and his girlfriend is tired of being with someone who is always broke. When his publisher screws him over, Lewis is forced to take on a creative…

DirectorLaurent Boulanger
WriterLaurent Boulanger

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Cast · Directed by Laurent Boulanger

PDPaul Dawber
Paul Dawber
Lewis
HM
Helen Miller
Margaret
AGAlbert Goikhman
Albert Goikhman
Samuel
SA
Stephanie Van Rekum Ayres
Jenny
ME
Mardi Edge
The Publisher
APAmanda Pritchard
Amanda Pritchard
School Principal
CB
Courtney Brackley
Toni

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The Novelist — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Novelist?

The Novelist is streaming on Plex in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Novelist on Netflix?

No, The Novelist is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is The Novelist on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Novelist isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch The Novelist for free?

The Novelist is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.