Movie

D.O.A.

“A Picture As Excitingly Different As Its Title!”

★ 6.9(200)19491h 23m

D.O.A. is streaming on Criterion Channel, FlixFling and Bloodstream in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, FlixFling and YouTube. Availability checked 21 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Rudolph Maté
Release date: 1949-12-23
Runtime: 1h 23m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cardinal Pictures

About D.O.A.

D.O.A. is a 1949 movie in the Mystery, Thriller and Crime genres, directed by Rudolph Maté, starring Edmond O'Brien, Pamela Britton and Luther Adler. It has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 200 viewers. Below you can see where to watch D.O.A. in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Frank Bigelow is about to die, and he knows it. The accountant has been poisoned and has only 24 hours before the lethal concoction kills him. Determined to find out who his murderer is, Frank, with the help of his assistant and girlfriend, Paula, begins to trace back over his last steps. As he frantically tries to unravel the mystery behind his own impending demise, his sleuthing leads him to a group of crooked businessmen and another murder.

Cast

Edmond O'Brien

Frank Bigelow

Pamela Britton

Paula Gibson

Luther Adler

Majak

Beverly Garland

Miss Foster

Lynn Baggett

Mrs. Philips

William Ching

Halliday

Henry Hart

Stanley Philips

Neville Brand

Chester

Laurette Luez

Marla Rakubian

Jess Kirkpatrick

Sam

Cay Forester

Sue

Frank Jaquet

Dr. Matson

Themes & keywords

poisonjazz clubfilm noirdoctorsadist

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch D.O.A. in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream D.O.A. on Criterion Channel, FlixFling and Bloodstream. It's also available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, FlixFling and YouTube.

Is D.O.A. on Netflix?+

D.O.A. is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel, FlixFling and Bloodstream.

How long is D.O.A.?+

D.O.A. has a runtime of 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

Who stars in D.O.A.?+

D.O.A. stars Edmond O'Brien, Pamela Britton, Luther Adler, Beverly Garland and Lynn Baggett.

When did D.O.A. come out?+

D.O.A. is a 1949 movie directed by Rudolph Maté.

What genre is D.O.A.?+

D.O.A. is Mystery, Thriller and Crime film.

Who directed D.O.A.?+

D.O.A. was directed by Rudolph Maté.