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The Background Beat

TMDb7.0IMDbView on IMDb ↗1965-01-01· 7 min
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In this promotional short for Once a Thief (1965), composer Lalo Schifrin explains how he tries to make the music complement each particular scene, depending on the scene's mood.

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Below are the streaming services currently carrying the movie “The Background Beat” 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 Background Beat in Canada

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Disney+
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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: 16 Sept 2026.

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