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What It Was

5.220141h 25mMovieDramaRomance

An old flame is reignited and a new desire is awaken when Hollywood Actress Adina J. Spencer returns back to New York. Soon she is forced to face her sexual past, confront her present identity, and admit her true love.

DirectorDaniel Armando
WriterDaniel Armando
ProducersDane Harrington Joseph·Daniel Armando

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Cast · Directed by Daniel Armando

AC
Arlene Chico-Lugo
Adina / Hil
DHDee Herlihy
Dee Herlihy
Toni
MNMelissa Navia
Melissa Navia
Hilary
BS
Brandon Smalls
Mondi
LTLenny Thomas
Lenny Thomas
Bill
GC
Gloria Caicedo-Otz
Mama
MSMirirai Sithole
Mirirai Sithole
Coat-Check Girl
JMJason Michael Miller
Jason Michael Miller
Austin
KBKersti Bryan
Kersti Bryan
Speaker
TDTaylor Dior
Taylor Dior
Little Girl
MOMargaret Odette
Margaret Odette
Woman #1
NW
Nia Witts
Woman #2

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What It Was — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What It Was?

What It Was is streaming on Hoopla, Tubi TV and Plex in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is What It Was on Netflix?

No, What It Was is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Tubi TV.

Is What It Was on Amazon Prime Video?

No, What It Was isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla and Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch What It Was for free?

What It Was is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.