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The Zip

9.0198811mNRMovieDrama

A man wakes one day to find a zip on the front of his body. Dare he see what's inside?

DirectorJo Ann Kaplan
WriterMichael Parry

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Cast · Directed by Jo Ann Kaplan

DLDenis Lawson
Denis Lawson
Eric
MMMarian McLoughlin
Marian McLoughlin
Sue
CH
Cindy Holden
The daughter
IHIan Hart
Ian Hart
The son
JBJoan Blackham
Joan Blackham
The doctor
RDRon Donachie
Ron Donachie
The biker
MWMichèle Winstanley
Michèle Winstanley
The nurse

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The Zip — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Zip?

The Zip isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Zip on Netflix?

No, The Zip is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Zip on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Zip for free?

The Zip 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 Zip?

The Zip hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 25, 1988. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.