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To Be

7.8199010mMovieScience FictionAnimationComedy

Blending fantasy and reality, this animated short is a bold inquiry into an as yet unresolved problem - the nature of human identity. When a scientist creates a machine that can make copies of physical objects, including humans, a number…

DirectorJohn Weldon
WriterJohn Weldon
ProducersDavid Verrall·Douglas Macdonald

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Weldon

KHKim Handysides
Kim Handysides
Woman / Narrator / Singer (voice)
HRHoward Ryshpan
Howard Ryshpan
Scientist (voice)

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To Be — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams To Be?

To Be is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is To Be on Netflix?

No, To Be is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is To Be on Amazon Prime Video?

No, To Be isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch To Be for free?

To Be is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.