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The Persistent Seed

7.0196314mMovieDocumentary

A film by Christopher Chapman, known for his lyrical films of countryside and wilderness. He turns his colour camera on the growing city and there finds cheering proof that despite concrete and bulldozer, the persistent seed prevails. The…

DirectorChristopher Chapman

ProducersHugh O'Connor·Tom Daly

Where to watch

NFB

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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The Persistent Seed — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Persistent Seed?

The Persistent Seed is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Persistent Seed on Netflix?

No, The Persistent Seed is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is The Persistent Seed on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Persistent Seed for free?

The Persistent Seed is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.