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The Purple Onion

IMDbView on IMDb ↗Release date unknown· 80 min
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Inspired by the standup acts of real life Chinese American comedian Edwin Li, a young man in San Francisco spirals downward into disappointment until he finds solace in a brief sexual encounter with an older woman to whom he may or may not be related.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “The Purple Onion” 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.

Where to watch The Purple Onion in Canada

Netflix
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Watch It
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TOD
TOD
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Disney+
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Apple TV+
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Not currently available on the supported providers in Canada.

Availability can change as licenses rotate — confirm on the provider’s page before subscribing. Last checked: 13 Sept 2026.

Where to watch The Purple Onion by country