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This Is the Life

191750mMovieComedyDrama

At his father’s insistence Billy Drake heads to the family’s South American ammunition company as an emissary. Before leaving, however, the movie-struck Billy spots a beautiful woman standing in front of a theater and imagines that she is…

DirectorRaoul Walsh
WriterRaoul Walsh

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Cast · Directed by Raoul Walsh

GWGeorge Walsh
George Walsh
Billy Drake
WHWanda Hawley
Wanda Hawley
The Girl
JMJames A. Marcus
James A. Marcus
John T. Drake
RLRalph Lewis
Ralph Lewis
Count Herman von Nuttenberg
JMJack McDonald
Jack McDonald
The Butler
WR
William Ryno
Drake's Secretary
HSHector V. Sarno
Hector V. Sarno
The Spy

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This Is the Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams This Is the Life?

This Is the Life isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is This Is the Life on Netflix?

No, This Is the Life is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is This Is the Life on Amazon Prime Video?

No, This Is the Life isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch This Is the Life for free?

This Is the Life 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 This Is the Life?

This Is the Life hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 9, 1917. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.