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Xala

6.919752h 1mMovieComedy

A rich businessman in Senegal is cursed with crippling erectile dysfunction upon the day of his marriage to his third wife; the only cure is brutal public humiliation.

DirectorOusmane Sembène

WriterOusmane Sembène

ProducerPaulin Soumanou Vieyra

Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ousmane Sembène

Hadji Aboucader Beye

Myriam Niang

Rama (as Miriam Niang)

Adja Assatu, Beye's wife

Saleslady / Secretary

Younousse Sèye

Aram, Second Wife

Mustapha Ture

Modu, El Hadji's chauffeur

Makhouredia Gueye

Makhouredia Gueye

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Xala — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Xala?

Xala is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Xala on Netflix?

No, Xala is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Xala on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Xala isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Xala for free?

Xala is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.