Where to watch The Wordsmith in Canada
The Wordsmith isn't available to stream, rent or buy in Canada right now. Availability changes often, so check back soon. Availability checked 9 June 2026.
About The Wordsmith
The Wordsmith is a 1979 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Claude Jutra, starring Saul Rubinek, Harvey Atkin and Janet Ward. It has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Wordsmith in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Penned by Mordecai Richler and set in wartime Montreal, this touching telefilm stars Saul Rubinek as Mervyn Kaplansky, a young writer from Toronto who boards with a family on St. Urbain Street only to find his aspirations undermined by the colourful yet desperate characters that surround him. Rubinek delivers a very touching performance as the boyish idealistic writer, and he is backed by a strong supporting cast that includes Harvey Atkin, Janet Ward and Peter Boretski.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Wordsmith in Canada?+
The Wordsmith 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 Wordsmith on Netflix?+
The Wordsmith is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is The Wordsmith?+
The Wordsmith has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).
Who stars in The Wordsmith?+
The Wordsmith stars Saul Rubinek, Harvey Atkin, Janet Ward and Peter Boretski.
When did The Wordsmith come out?+
The Wordsmith is a 1979 movie directed by Claude Jutra.
What genre is The Wordsmith?+
The Wordsmith is Drama film.
Who directed The Wordsmith?+
The Wordsmith was directed by Claude Jutra.
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