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Alexandria… Why?

إسكندرية ليه؟
TMDb6.5IMDbView on IMDb ↗1979-08-23· 133 min
DramaWar

Amid the poverty, death, and suffering caused by World War II, 18-year-old Yehia retreats into a private world of fantasy and longing. Obsessed with Hollywood, he dreams of studying filmmaking in America but struggles to pursue his dream, given the constraints of his life in the middle class and the horrors of war.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “Alexandria… Why?” 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 Alexandria… Why? 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: 7 Sept 2026.

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