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The Simple Things

7.1201526mMovieDrama

Penelope is a civil servant who lives with her mother, who has Alzheimer's. One day she meets Ulises, a poor old man who has lost his memory and his identity papers. She convinces him that he is her father and he must come home to take care of his wife.

DirectorÁlvaro Anguita
WriterÁlvaro Anguita
ProducerPablo Calisto

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Cast · Directed by Álvaro Anguita

CSCatalina Saavedra
Catalina Saavedra
Penélope
ARAnita Reeves
Anita Reeves
Nocha
VG
Victoria González
Chofi
YG
Yessica González
Virginia
CB
Claudio de Barca
Evaristo
JA
Judith Araya
Familiar 1
PCPablo Calisto
Pablo Calisto
Familiar 2
SC
Silvia Contreras
Quiosquera
CM
Carlos Felipe Montero
Ulises

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The Simple Things — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Simple Things?

The Simple Things isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Simple Things on Netflix?

No, The Simple Things is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026.

Is The Simple Things on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Simple Things for free?

The Simple Things 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 Simple Things?

The Simple Things hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 21, 2015. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.