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The Carer

6.620161h 29mMovieComedy

Dorottya is a young Hungarian actress with a burning desire: to make it on the English stage. Legendary actor, Sir Michael Gifford suffers from an incurable disease, and has one desire: be left alone. When Dorottya becomes his carer they both hope their wish will be fulfilled.

DirectorJános Edelényi
WritersGilbert Adair·Tom Kinninmont
ProducersJózsef Berger·Steve Bowden

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Cast · Directed by János Edelényi

BCBrian Cox
Brian Cox
Sir Michael
EFEmilia Fox
Emilia Fox
Sophia
ACAnna Chancellor
Anna Chancellor
Milly
CKCoco König
Coco König
Dorottya
RMRoger Moore
Roger Moore
Himself
SCSelina Cadell
Selina Cadell
Mrs. Trudeau
KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Joseph
AHAndrew Havill
Andrew Havill
Dr. Satterthwaite
ALAndor Lukáts
Andor Lukáts
Uncle Ferenczi
RRRichard Ridings
Richard Ridings
Landlord
MCMaitland Chandler
Maitland Chandler
Freddy
RP
Ruth Posner
Dolly

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The Carer — streaming FAQ

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The Carer is streaming on Here TV, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Carer on Netflix?

No, The Carer is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Here TV and Kanopy.

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The Carer isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Carer for free?

The Carer is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.