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The Sandpiper

6.419651h 57mNRMovieDramaRomance

A free-spirited single mother forms a connection with the wedded headmaster of an Episcopalian boarding school in Monterey, California.

DirectorVincente Minnelli
WritersDalton Trumbo·Michael Wilson
ProducerMartin Ransohoff

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Vincente Minnelli

ETElizabeth Taylor
Elizabeth Taylor
Laura Reynolds
RBRichard Burton
Richard Burton
Edward Hewitt
ESEva Marie Saint
Eva Marie Saint
Claire Hewitt
CBCharles Bronson
Charles Bronson
Cos Erickson
RWRobert Webber
Robert Webber
Ward Hendricks
JEJames Edwards
James Edwards
Larry Brant
TTTorin Thatcher
Torin Thatcher
le juge Thompson
TDTom Drake
Tom Drake
Walter Robinson
DHDouglas Henderson
Douglas Henderson
Phil Sutcliff
MMMorgan Mason
Morgan Mason
Danny Reynolds
PG
Paul Genge
Architect (uncredited)
JAJohn Abbey
John Abbey
Trooper (uncredited)

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The Sandpiper — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sandpiper?

The Sandpiper isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, YouTube and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Sandpiper on Netflix?

No, The Sandpiper is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.

Is The Sandpiper on Amazon Prime Video?

The Sandpiper isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Sandpiper for free?

The Sandpiper isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.