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There Was a Father

父ありき
TMDb7.0IMDbView on IMDb ↗1942-04-01· 93 min
Drama

Shuhei Horikawa, a poor schoolteacher, struggles to raise his son Ryohei by himself, despite neither money nor prospects.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “There Was a Father” 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 There Was a Father in Canada

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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.

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