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The Russian Soldier

8.019861h 20mMovieDramaTV Movie

What is it that Edgar Garrett sees, or thinks he sees, on his farm one morning in the mists of early spring? Whatever it is, one thing is certain. Life will never be the same again for him and his family.

DirectorGavin Millar
WriterBrian Phelan
ProducerAlan Shallcross

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Cast · Directed by Gavin Millar

WCWarren Clarke
Warren Clarke
Edgar Garrett
PMPatrick Malahide
Patrick Malahide
John Carter
AMAlan MacNaughtan
Alan MacNaughtan
Ken Tuke
JWJane Wood
Jane Wood
Julie Garrett
SJ
Steven Jackson
Michael
JFJerome Flynn
Jerome Flynn
Nigel
JP
June Page
Carol
IR
Iain Rattray
Government Minister
SD
Susan Dowdall
First Civil Servant
HM
Henry Moxon
Second Civil Servant
PS
Peter Sands
Naval Officer
JWJames Walker
James Walker
Bookseller

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The Russian Soldier — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Russian Soldier?

The Russian Soldier isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Russian Soldier on Netflix?

No, The Russian Soldier is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Russian Soldier on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Russian Soldier isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Russian Soldier for free?

The Russian Soldier 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 Russian Soldier?

The Russian Soldier hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 27, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.