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This Was the Time

8.0197016mMovieDocumentary

When Masset, a Haida village in Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands), held a potlatch, it seemed as if the past grandeur of the people had returned. This is a colourful recreation of Indigenous life that faded more…

DirectorEugene Boyko

WriterJacques Bensimon

ProducersWilliam Brind·Eugene Boyko

Where to watch

NFB

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Eugene Boyko

Robert Davidson

Robert Davidson

Self (uncredited)

Self (uncredited)

Robert Davidson Sr.

Self (uncredited)

Florence Davidson

Florence Davidson

Self (uncredited)

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This Was the Time — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams This Was the Time?

This Was the Time is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is This Was the Time on Netflix?

No, This Was the Time is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is This Was the Time on Amazon Prime Video?

No, This Was the Time isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch This Was the Time for free?

This Was the Time is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.