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Unexpected Uncle

6.919411h 7mNRMovieComedyDrama

An elderly gentleman comes to a young woman's aid by pretending to be her uncle. Comedy.

DirectorPeter Godfrey
WritersDelmer Daves·Noel Langley
ProducerTay Garnett

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Cast · Directed by Peter Godfrey

ASAnne Shirley
Anne Shirley
Kathleen Brown
CCCharles Coburn
Charles Coburn
Seton Mansley
JCJames Craig
James Craig
Johnny Kerrigan
ETErnest Truex
Ernest Truex
Wilkins
RGRenee Godfrey
Renee Godfrey
Carol West (as Renee Haal)
RGRussell Gleason
Russell Gleason
Tommy Turner
AAAstrid Allwyn
Astrid Allwyn
Sara Cochran
JPJed Prouty
Jed Prouty
Sanderson

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Unexpected Uncle — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Unexpected Uncle?

Unexpected Uncle isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Unexpected Uncle on Netflix?

No, Unexpected Uncle is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Unexpected Uncle on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Unexpected Uncle for free?

Unexpected Uncle 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 Uncle?

Unexpected Uncle 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 26, 1941. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.