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Unexpected Joy

4.719721h 30mMovieDrama

Unfinished and lost film directed by Rustam Khamdamov, shot in 1972-1974.

DirectorRustam Khamdamov
WritersAndrei Konchalovsky·Rustam Khamdamov

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Cast · Directed by Rustam Khamdamov

EVEmmanuil Vitorgan
Emmanuil Vitorgan
YSYelena Solovey
Yelena Solovey
TSTatyana Samoylova
Tatyana Samoylova
YNYuriy Nazarov
Yuriy Nazarov
NLNatalya Leble
Natalya Leble

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Unexpected Joy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Unexpected Joy?

Unexpected Joy isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Unexpected Joy on Netflix?

No, Unexpected Joy is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Unexpected Joy on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Unexpected Joy for free?

Unexpected Joy 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 Unexpected Joy?

Unexpected Joy hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.