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Access to the Children

8.519731h 5mMovieDramaTV Movie

A married man forms a liaison with a woman he meets on a train, and is divorced by his wife who allows him access to their daughters on Sundays, which they usually spend at the zoo.

DirectorPhilip Saville
WriterWilliam Trevor
ProducerIrene Shubik

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Cast · Directed by Philip Saville

JAJoss Ackland
Joss Ackland
Malcolmson
MPMary Peach
Mary Peach
Elizabeth
HNHildegard Neil
Hildegard Neil
Diana
MT
Mandy Tulloch
Deidre
PC
Peter Clay
Richard
LH
Lysandre De La Haye
Susie
IF
Ian Fairbairn
Board member
AH
Alan Hay
RP
Richard Pendrey

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Access to the Children — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Access to the Children?

Access to the Children isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is Access to the Children on Netflix?

No, Access to the Children is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Access to the Children on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Access to the Children isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Access to the Children for free?

Access to the Children isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Access to the Children?

Access to the Children 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 23, 1973. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.