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The Crush

5.9201016mMovieComedyDrama

Eight-year-old Ardal has a romantic heart and a passionate crush on his second-class teacher, Ms Purdy. But his dreams of marrying his love are dashed when she becomes engaged to her boyfriend, who Ardal deems entirely unacceptable.…

DirectorMichael Creagh
WriterMichael Creagh
ProducersJim Creagh·Damon Quinn

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Creagh

OC
Oran Creagh
Ardal Travis
OWOlga Wehrly
Olga Wehrly
Miss Purdy
RKRory Keenan
Rory Keenan
Boyfriend
CB
Charlie Bonner
Dad
NCNeilí Conroy
Neilí Conroy
Mum

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The Crush — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Crush?

The Crush is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Crush on Netflix?

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

Is The Crush on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Crush isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch The Crush for free?

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