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The Switchman

19841h 3mMovieTV MovieDrama

A story about a train switchman, his cat Velja and friends at work. Once tidy and upright after the death of his wife, he became unfit even at his job, which he did diligently. Soft-hearted, sociable, he began to associate with a glass and a bottle.

DirectorMuhamed Mehmedović
WriterVojo Babić

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Cast · Directed by Muhamed Mehmedović

PKPero Kvrgič
Pero Kvrgič
Skretničar
ZM
Zaim Muzaferija
AK
Antun Kujavec
AV
Ante Vican
SSSaša Selenić
Saša Selenić
VM
Vilma Mihaljević
VŠ
Vlajko Šparavalo
JU
Jevrem Urošević
FS
Faruk Sokolović
VP
Velimir Pšeničnik-Njirić
AP
Adnan Palangić

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The Switchman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Switchman?

The Switchman isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Switchman on Netflix?

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

Is The Switchman on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Switchman for free?

The Switchman 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 Switchman?

The Switchman hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 12, 1984. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.