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Foster Child

5.0198743mMovieDocumentary

Gil Cardinal searches for his natural family and an understanding of the circumstances that led to his becoming a foster child. An important figure in the history of Canadian Indigenous filmmaking, Gil Cardinal was born to a Métis mother…

DirectorGil Cardinal

ProducersJerry Krepakevich·Tom Radford

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Not available in United States

Streaming in 1 other country

Foster Child isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Gil Cardinal

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Foster Child — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Foster Child?

Foster Child isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Foster Child on Netflix?

No, Foster Child is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is Foster Child on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Foster Child isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Foster Child for free?

Foster Child is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.

What is the OTT release date for Foster Child?

Foster Child hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 26, 1987. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.