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Native Son

The story that shocked the country.

5.3(14)19861h 51m
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Where to watch Native Son in Canada

Native Son is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 May 2026.

About Native Son

Native Son is a 1986 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jerrold Freedman, starring Victor Love, Matt Dillon and Elizabeth McGovern. It has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.3/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Native Son in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

In 1940s Chicago, a young black man takes a job as a chauffeur to a white family, which takes a turn for the worse when he accidentally kills the teenage daughter of the couple and then tries to cover it up.

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Themes & keywords

chicago, illinoischauffeurbased on novel or bookparanoiaracial tension1940saccidental killing

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Native Son in Canada?+

In Canada, Native Son is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Native Son on Netflix?+

Native Son is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Native Son?+

Native Son has a runtime of 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).

Who stars in Native Son?+

Native Son stars Victor Love, Matt Dillon, Elizabeth McGovern, Geraldine Page and Oprah Winfrey.

When did Native Son come out?+

Native Son is a 1986 movie directed by Jerrold Freedman.

What genre is Native Son?+

Native Son is Drama film.

Who directed Native Son?+

Native Son was directed by Jerrold Freedman.

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