Where to watch The Defender (Studio One) in Canada
The Defender (Studio One) isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 16 June 2026.
About The Defender (Studio One)
The Defender (Studio One) is a 1957 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Robert Mulligan, starring Ralph Bellamy, Martin Balsam and Steve McQueen. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Defender (Studio One) in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
The pilot for the television series, "The Defenders." The story of Walter and Kenneth Pearson, a father-and-son legal team. Broadcast as two segments of "Studio One," the story relates how the Pearsons defend a young man accused of killing a woman during a robbery attempt.
Top cast
Ralph Bellamy
Walter Preston
Martin Balsam
Francis Toohey
Steve McQueen
Joseph Gordon
Vivian Nathan
Mrs. Gordon
William Shatner
Kenneth Preston
Ian Wolfe
Judge Marsala
David J. Stewart
Dr. Victor Wallach
Russell Hardie
First Guard
Iggie Wolfington
Court Clerk
Arthur Storch
Seymour Miller
Frank Marth
First Reporter
Eileen Ryan
Betsy Fuller
Milton Selzer
2nd Guard
Rudy Bond
Peter D'Agostino
Dolores Sutton
Norma Lane
Rosetta LeNoire
Mary Ellen Bailey
John McGovern
Dr. Horace Bell
Michael Higgs
Sergeant James Sheeley
Betty Furness
Self / Commercial Spokeswoman
Irene Kane
Courtroom Observer
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Defender (Studio One) in Canada?+
The Defender (Studio One) 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 Defender (Studio One) on Netflix?+
The Defender (Studio One) is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is The Defender (Studio One)?+
The Defender (Studio One) has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
Who stars in The Defender (Studio One)?+
The Defender (Studio One) stars Ralph Bellamy, Martin Balsam, Steve McQueen, Vivian Nathan and William Shatner.
When did The Defender (Studio One) come out?+
The Defender (Studio One) is a 1957 movie directed by Robert Mulligan.
What genre is The Defender (Studio One)?+
The Defender (Studio One) is Drama and TV Movie film.
Who directed The Defender (Studio One)?+
The Defender (Studio One) was directed by Robert Mulligan.
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