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The Potting Shed

19811h 25mMovie

The patriarch of the family is dying and James, his estranged son, appears unexpectedly. He can remember nothing about a mysterious moment that occurred in the family's potting shed when he was age 14. Family members who recall the event are unwilling to describe it to him.

DirectorDavid Cunliffe
WritersGraham Greene·Pat Sandys

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Cast · Directed by David Cunliffe

CJCelia Johnson
Celia Johnson
Mrs Califer
PSPaul Scofield
Paul Scofield
James Califer
AMAnna Massey
Anna Massey
Sara Califer
MDMaurice Denham
Maurice Denham
Father William Califer
ACAllan Cuthbertson
Allan Cuthbertson
John Califer
DS
David Swift
Dr Kreuzer
CLCyril Luckham
Cyril Luckham
Dr Baston

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The Potting Shed — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Potting Shed?

The Potting Shed isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Potting Shed on Netflix?

No, The Potting Shed is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Potting Shed on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Potting Shed isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Potting Shed for free?

The Potting Shed isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Potting Shed?

The Potting Shed hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 31, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.