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The Slacker

19171h 10mMovieDrama

Robert Wallace, the elder son of a rich and indulgent father, marries Margaret Christy, a spirited patriot, so that he can escape the call to war. Discovering the reason for Robert's haste to get married, Margaret is appalled and resolves…

DirectorChristy Cabanne

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Cast · Directed by Christy Cabanne

ESEmily Stevens
Emily Stevens
Margaret Christy
WMWalter Miller
Walter Miller
Robert Wallace
LDLeo Delaney
Leo Delaney
John Harding
EBEugene Borden
Eugene Borden
George Wallace
MFMillicent Fisher
Millicent Fisher
Virginia Lambert
MBMathilde Brundage
Mathilde Brundage
Mrs. McAllister
BWBaby Ivy Ward
Baby Ivy Ward
Child with Flag
CFCharles Fang
Charles Fang
Valet
WLW.E. Lawrence
W.E. Lawrence
DJ
Daniel Jarrett
Henry Wallace
SB
Sue Balfour
Mrs. Christy
BB
Belle Bruce

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The Slacker — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Slacker?

The Slacker isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Slacker on Netflix?

No, The Slacker is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Slacker on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Slacker for free?

The Slacker 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 Slacker?

The Slacker hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around September 3, 1917. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.