Where to watch Privates on Parade in Canada
Privates on Parade is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada. Availability checked 25 June 2026.
About Privates on Parade
Privates on Parade is a 1983 movie in the Comedy, Drama and War genres, directed by Michael Blakemore, starring John Cleese, Denis Quilley and Michael Elphick. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.9/10 from 22 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Privates on Parade in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
It is 1947, the year of the communist rebellion in Malaya and the British army's SADUSEA (Song And Dance Unit South East Asia) are called to the Malayan Jungle to entertain the troops. The eccentric, bible-bashing Major Giles Flack (John Cleese) is in command of the unit. Flack is accompanied by an ageing, theatrical drama queen, Terri Dennis (Denis Quilley) who hopes to entertain the troops with his flamboyant impressions, but the bored troops find other ways to enjoy themselves.
Top cast
John Cleese
Major Giles Flack
Denis Quilley
Acting Captain Terri Dennis
Michael Elphick
Sergeant Major Reg Drummond
Nicola Pagett
Acting Lieutenant Sylvia Morgan
Patrick Pearson
Sergeant Steven Flowers
John Standing
Captain Sholto Savory
David Bamber
Sergeant Charles Bishop
Bruce Payne
Flight Sergeant Kevin Cartwright
Joe Melia
Sergeant Len Bonny
Simon Jones
Sergeant Eric Young-Love
Neil Pearson
Pianist
Julian Sands
Climbing Sailor
John Quayle
Captain Henry Cox
Vincent Wong
Cheng
Brigitte Kahn
Mrs. Reg Drummond
Tim Barlow
Commanding Officer
Philip Tan
Lee
David Griffin
Infantry Soldier
Steve Dixon
Drummer
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Privates on Parade in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Privates on Parade on Criterion Channel.
Is Privates on Parade on Netflix?+
Privates on Parade is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.
How long is Privates on Parade?+
Privates on Parade has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
Who stars in Privates on Parade?+
Privates on Parade stars John Cleese, Denis Quilley, Michael Elphick, Nicola Pagett and Patrick Pearson.
When did Privates on Parade come out?+
Privates on Parade is a 1983 movie directed by Michael Blakemore.
What genre is Privates on Parade?+
Privates on Parade is Comedy, Drama, War and Music film.
Who directed Privates on Parade?+
Privates on Parade was directed by Michael Blakemore.
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