Where to watch The Assistant in Canada
The Assistant isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 5 June 2026.
About The Assistant
The Assistant is a 1997 movie, directed by Daniel Petrie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.9/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Assistant in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Daniel Petrie scripted and directed this Canadian-British film, an adaptation of the memorable 1957 Brooklyn-based novel by Brooklyn-born Bernard Malamud, author of The Natural. During the Depression, drifter Frank Alpine (Gil Bellows) and hobo Ward Minogue (Jaimz Woolvett) rob the small Bober family grocery. Minogue attacks frail Morris Bober (Armin Mueller-Stahl) because he has little money. Later, guilt sends Alpine back to the store, where he goes unrecognized and is hired by Bober as an assistant, despite the objections of Ida Bober (Joan Plowright). While Frank works the store, receiving miniscule wages, he falls for Bober's daughter, Helen (Kate Greenhouse), and Morris eventually learns who Frank really is.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Assistant in Canada?+
The Assistant is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.
Is The Assistant on Netflix?+
The Assistant is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is The Assistant?+
The Assistant has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
When did The Assistant come out?+
The Assistant is a 1997 movie directed by Daniel Petrie.
Who directed The Assistant?+
The Assistant was directed by Daniel Petrie.
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