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The Old Believers

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This extraordinary film introduces us to the Reutov family, part of an isolated northern Alberta community called the Old Believers. Adhering to the original Orthodox Christian dogma and rituals introduced to ancient Rus (present-day…

DirectorJohn Paskievich

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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The Old Believers — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Old Believers?

The Old Believers is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Old Believers on Netflix?

No, The Old Believers is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is The Old Believers on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Old Believers isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch The Old Believers for free?

The Old Believers is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.