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The Trigger Effect

5.819961h 34mRMovieDramaThriller

A blackout leaves those affected to consider what is necessary, what is legal, and what is questionable, in order to survive in a predatory environment.

DirectorDavid Koepp
WriterDavid Koepp
ProducerMichael Grillo

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Koepp

KMKyle MacLachlan
Kyle MacLachlan
Matthew
ESElisabeth Shue
Elisabeth Shue
Annie
DMDermot Mulroney
Dermot Mulroney
Joe
RJRichard T. Jones
Richard T. Jones
Raymond
BSBill Smitrovich
Bill Smitrovich
Steph
MRMichael Rooker
Michael Rooker
Gary
TK
Tori Kristiansen
Sarah
TK
Tyra Kristiansen
Sarah
RWRick Worthy
Rick Worthy
Johnny
EB
Edhem Barker
Trendy German Guy
TT
Tyrone Tann
Tripping Guy
MTMônica Torres
Mônica Torres
Hand Holding Girl

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The Trigger Effect — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Trigger Effect?

The Trigger Effect isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and CosmoGo. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Trigger Effect on Netflix?

No, The Trigger Effect is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is The Trigger Effect on Amazon Prime Video?

The Trigger Effect isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Trigger Effect for free?

The Trigger Effect isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.