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The Patriot

7.220002h 45mRMovieDramaHistoryWar

After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabriel enlists in the army to defend their new…

DirectorRoland Emmerich
WriterRobert Rodat
ProducersGary Levinsohn·Dean Devlin

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Roland Emmerich

MGMel Gibson
Mel Gibson
Benjamin Martin
HLHeath Ledger
Heath Ledger
Gabriel Martin
JRJoely Richardson
Joely Richardson
Charlotte Selton
JIJason Isaacs
Jason Isaacs
Col. William Tavington
CCChris Cooper
Chris Cooper
Col. Harry Burwell
TKTchéky Karyo
Tchéky Karyo
Jean Villeneuve
RARené Auberjonois
René Auberjonois
Reverend Oliver
LBLisa Brenner
Lisa Brenner
Anne Howard
TWTom Wilkinson
Tom Wilkinson
Gen. Cornwallis
DLDonal Logue
Donal Logue
Dan Scott
LRLeon Rippy
Leon Rippy
John Billings
ABAdam Baldwin
Adam Baldwin
Capt. Wilkins

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The Patriot — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Patriot?

The Patriot isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, CosmoGo and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Patriot on Netflix?

No, The Patriot is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is The Patriot on Amazon Prime Video?

The Patriot isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Patriot for free?

The Patriot isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo.

Is The Patriot based on a true story?

Yes — The Patriot is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).