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The Third Generation

6.019791h 50mNRMovieComedyCrimeDrama

A wildly anarchic satire of guerrilla terrorism in which a band of leftist radicals inadvertently become puppets of the West German government, which uses them to justify its authoritarian policies.

DirectorRainer Werner Fassbinder

WriterRainer Werner Fassbinder

ProducersHarry Baer·Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Harry Baer

Hark Bohm

Margit Carstensen

Margit Carstensen

Petra Vielhaber

Eddie Constantine

Eddie Constantine

Jürgen Draeger

Udo Kier

Volker Spengler

Volker Spengler

Hanna Schygulla

Hanna Schygulla

Bulle Ogier

Günther Kaufmann

Günther Kaufmann

Claus Holm

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The Third Generation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Third Generation?

The Third Generation is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Third Generation on Netflix?

No, The Third Generation is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Third Generation on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Third Generation isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Third Generation for free?

The Third Generation is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.