Broken Embraces
“Passion, obsession, wealth, jealousy, family, guilt, and creativity.”
Where to watch Broken Embraces in Canada
Broken Embraces is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo and YouTube in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 30 May 2026.
About Broken Embraces
Broken Embraces is a 2009 movie in the Drama, Romance and Thriller genres, directed by Pedro Almodóvar, starring Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar and Blanca Portillo. It has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 714 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Broken Embraces in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Broken Embraces trailer
Overview
Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.
Top cast
Penélope Cruz
Lena
Lluís Homar
Mateo Blanco / Harry Caine
Blanca Portillo
Judit García
José Luis Gómez
Ernesto Martel
Rubén Ochandiano
Ray X
Tamar Novas
Diego
Ángela Molina
Lena's Mother
Chus Lampreave
Concierge
Kiti Mánver
Madame Mylene
Lola Dueñas
Lip Reader
Mariola Fuentes
Edurne
Carmen Machi
Chon
Kira Miró
Model
Rossy de Palma
Julieta
Alejo Sauras
Álex
Carlos Sampedro
Ramón Pons
Lena's Father
Coté Soler
Marta Aledo
Maribel
Carlos Leal
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Broken Embraces in Canada?+
In Canada, Broken Embraces is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo and YouTube. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.
Is Broken Embraces on Netflix?+
Broken Embraces is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is Broken Embraces?+
Broken Embraces has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).
Who stars in Broken Embraces?+
Broken Embraces stars Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, Blanca Portillo, José Luis Gómez and Rubén Ochandiano.
When did Broken Embraces come out?+
Broken Embraces is a 2009 movie directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
What genre is Broken Embraces?+
Broken Embraces is Drama, Romance and Thriller film.
Who directed Broken Embraces?+
Broken Embraces was directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
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