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The System

5.020181h 32mNRMovieDramaThrillerMystery

Vastly different lives and perspectives become intertwined after a police officer suffering from reoccurring PTSD mistakenly shoots a deaf African-American kid, exposing layers of racial tension and corruption within the political, judicial and prison system.

DirectorIrin Daniels

WritersGwen Wright·Christopher R. Smith

ProducersLoyd Bryant·Irin Daniels

Where to watch

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Irin Daniels

Reginald Kennedy

Reginald Kennedy

Owen Conway

McMagic Cardenas

McMagic Cardenas

Joel Castillo (Sam's Partner)

Alan Johnson

Alma Marin

Amelia Haberman

Amelia Haberman

Angel Rodríguez

Angel Rodríguez

Anna Poole

Mrs. Cruz (Sign Language Teacher)

Avianna Maturo

Brenna Stilwell

Brenna Stilwell

Daniel Link

Cashawnna Evans

Cashawnna Evans

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The System — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The System?

The System isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The System on Netflix?

No, The System is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is The System on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The System for free?

The System isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.