Where to watch Sapphire in Canada
Sapphire is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Availability checked 9 June 2026.
About Sapphire
Sapphire is a 1959 movie in the Mystery, Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Basil Dearden, starring Nigel Patrick, Michael Craig and Yvonne Mitchell. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 51 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sapphire in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Two Scotland Yard detectives investigate the murder of a young woman of mixed race who had been passing for white. As they interview a spate of suspects -- including the girl's white boyfriend and his disapproving parents -- the detectives wade through a stubbornly entrenched sludge of racism and bigotry.
Top cast
Nigel Patrick
Superintendent Robert Hazard
Michael Craig
Inspector Phil Learoyd
Yvonne Mitchell
Mildred
Paul Massie
David Harris
Bernard Miles
Ted Harris
Olga Lindo
Mrs. Harris
Earl Cameron
Dr. Robbins
Gordon Heath
Paul Slade
Barbara Steele
Student
Peter Vaughan
Detective Whitehead (uncredited)
Yvonne Buckingham
Sapphire Robbins
Jocelyn Britton
Patsy
Robert Adams
Horace Big Cigar
Desmond Llewelyn
Police Constable
Fenella Fielding
Lingerie Shop Manageress
Susan Stranks
Student
Freda Bamford
Sgt. Cook
Rupert Davies
Ferris
Orlando Martins
Barman
Harry Baird
Johnnie Fiddle
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Sapphire in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Sapphire on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Is Sapphire on Netflix?+
Sapphire is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.
How long is Sapphire?+
Sapphire has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Who stars in Sapphire?+
Sapphire stars Nigel Patrick, Michael Craig, Yvonne Mitchell, Paul Massie and Bernard Miles.
When did Sapphire come out?+
Sapphire is a 1959 movie directed by Basil Dearden.
What genre is Sapphire?+
Sapphire is Mystery, Crime and Thriller film.
Who directed Sapphire?+
Sapphire was directed by Basil Dearden.
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