Where to watch Permanent Vacation in Canada
Permanent Vacation is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Availability checked 31 May 2026.
About Permanent Vacation
Permanent Vacation is a 1981 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jim Jarmusch, starring Chris Parker, Leila Gastil and John Lurie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 217 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Permanent Vacation in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Permanent Vacation trailer
Overview
In downtown Manhattan, twentysomething Allie, whose father is not around and whose mother is institutionalized, is a big Charlie Parker fan. He almost subconsciously searches for meaning in his life and meets some idiosyncratic characters along the way.
Top cast
Chris Parker
Allie
Leila Gastil
Leila
John Lurie
Sax Player
Richard Boes
War Vet
Sara Driver
Nurse
Charlie Spademan
Patient
Jane Fire
Nurse
Ruth Bolton
Mother
Evelyn Smith
Patient
Maria Duval
Latin Girl
Lisa Rosen
Popcorn Girl
Frankie Faison
Man in Lobby
Suzanne Fletcher
Girl in Car
Felice Rosser
Woman by Mailbox
Eric Mitchell
Car Fence
Chris Hameon
French Traveller
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Permanent Vacation in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Permanent Vacation on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Is Permanent Vacation on Netflix?+
Permanent Vacation is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.
How long is Permanent Vacation?+
Permanent Vacation has a runtime of 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).
Who stars in Permanent Vacation?+
Permanent Vacation stars Chris Parker, Leila Gastil, John Lurie, Richard Boes and Sara Driver.
When did Permanent Vacation come out?+
Permanent Vacation is a 1981 movie directed by Jim Jarmusch.
What genre is Permanent Vacation?+
Permanent Vacation is Drama film.
Who directed Permanent Vacation?+
Permanent Vacation was directed by Jim Jarmusch.
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