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The Red Effect

20171h 32mMovie

Tensions rise in a southeast Washington, DC community following the deadly shooting of an unarmed black teenager at the hands of a white man. An impromptu television interview shortly after the shooting captures a powerful rant by life-long black?

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Red Effect isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Guernsey, United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast

TA
Tracey Allyn
AM
Amy Mack
RA
Rachel Addai

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The Red Effect — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Red Effect?

The Red Effect isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United Kingdom, Guernsey and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Red Effect on Netflix?

No, The Red Effect is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026.

Is The Red Effect on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Red Effect isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Red Effect for free?

The Red Effect 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 Red Effect?

The Red Effect hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 23, 2017. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.