Peter Watkins and the Playcraft Film Unit
The documentary, 'Peter Watkins and the Playcraft Film Unit' (2017) by Tim Jones focuses upon the five amateur films produced between 1957 and 1962 by Peter Watkins and Playcraft, a Canterbury-based amateur drama group. These amateur films proved to be vital in the development of Peter’s directorial approach, use of historical reconstruction and newsreel style, which would later feature in his Academy Award winning film, The War Game.
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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “Peter Watkins and the Playcraft Film Unit” in Canada, along with how each offers it (subscription, buy, or rent) and a direct link. Licensing differs by market, so availability in Canada can differ from other countries.
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Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 12 Sept 2026.