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Why Not!

6.119771h 33mMovieRomanceComedyDrama

Alexa, Fernand, and Louis form a tender yet unconventional trio in a quiet suburban home. Fleeing failed marriages and societal expectations, they build a life rooted in love and mutual support. But their unorthodox arrangement stirs…

DirectorColine Serreau
ProducerMichèle Dimitri

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Cast · Directed by Coline Serreau

SFSami Frey
Sami Frey
Fernand Bulard
CMChristine Murillo
Christine Murillo
Alexa, dite Alex
MGMario Gonzales
Mario Gonzales
Louis
NJNicole Jamet
Nicole Jamet
Sylvie
MAMichel Aumont
Michel Aumont
L'inspecteur Bricat
MSMathé Souverbie
Mathé Souverbie
La mère de Sylvie
AS
Alain Salomon
Roger
JRJacques Rispal
Jacques Rispal
Le père de Louis
FBFlorence Brière
Florence Brière
LFLuce Fabiole
Luce Fabiole
Peau de Chagrin
NS
Nicolas Serreau
Le serveur dans la boîte
MS
Marie-Thérèse Saussure
Madame Picaud

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Why Not! — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Why Not!?

Why Not! isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Why Not! on Netflix?

No, Why Not! is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Why Not! on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Why Not! isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

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Why Not! 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 Why Not!?

Why Not! 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 8, 1978. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.