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The Road Builder

6.319711h 38mRMovieDramaThrillerHorror

The dreary existence of middle-aged spinster Maura Prince takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of young handyman Billy Jarvis, but there may be more to him than meets the eye.

DirectorAlastair Reid
WriterRoald Dahl
ProducersNick Vanoff·Alan D. Courtney

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alastair Reid

PNPatricia Neal
Patricia Neal
Maura Prince
PBPamela Brown
Pamela Brown
Mrs. Edith Prince
NCNicholas Clay
Nicholas Clay
Billy Jarvis
JAJean Anderson
Jean Anderson
Mrs. Millicent McMurtrey
GCGraham Crowden
Graham Crowden
Mr. Bolton
YJYootha Joyce
Yootha Joyce
Mrs. Palafox
PSPeter Sallis
Peter Sallis
Rev. Rupert Palafox
BF
Brigit Forsyth
District Nurse
SBSebastian Breaks
Sebastian Breaks
Dr. Ronnie Robinson
DP
Diana Patrick
Mary Wingate
JM
Jenny McCracken
Jenny
BMBruce Myles
Bruce Myles
Bank Clerk

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The Road Builder — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Road Builder?

The Road Builder isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Road Builder on Netflix?

No, The Road Builder is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on YouTube.

Is The Road Builder on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Road Builder isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Road Builder for free?

The Road Builder isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on YouTube.