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The Competition

If you're really in love... nothing's going to stand in your way

6.1(21)19802h 3m
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Where to watch The Competition in Canada

The Competition is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 14 June 2026.

About The Competition

The Competition is a 1980 movie in the Drama, Romance and Music genres, directed by Joel Oliansky, starring Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving and Lee Remick. It has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 21 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Competition in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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Overview

The movie centers on a piano competition whose winner is assured of success. It is Paul's last chance to compete, but newcomer Heidi may be a better pianist. Can romance be far away? Will she take a dive despite the pressure to win from her teacher, Greta, or will she condemn Paul to obscurity?

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Themes & keywords

love affair

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Competition in Canada?+

In Canada, The Competition is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Competition on Netflix?+

The Competition is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Competition?+

The Competition has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).

Who stars in The Competition?+

The Competition stars Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving, Lee Remick, Sam Wanamaker and Joseph Cali.

When did The Competition come out?+

The Competition is a 1980 movie directed by Joel Oliansky.

What genre is The Competition?+

The Competition is Drama, Romance and Music film.

Who directed The Competition?+

The Competition was directed by Joel Oliansky.

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