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The Touch (1971) poster
Movie

The Touch

5.9(58)19711h 55m

The Touch is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

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Director
Ingmar Bergman
Release date
1971-07-14
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
Swedish
Box office
$6,530,000
Budget
$6,900,000
Status
Released
Country
Sweden
Studio
ABC Pictures

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About The Touch

The Touch is a 1971 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Ingmar Bergman, starring Elliott Gould, Bibi Andersson and Max von Sydow. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 58 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Touch in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A Swedish housewife begins an adulterous affair with an American archaeologist, unaware of his emotional scars as a Holocaust survivor; consequently, their relationship will be painfully difficult.

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Themes & keywords

lovelove affair

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Touch in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream The Touch on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is The Touch on Netflix?+

The Touch is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.

How long is The Touch?+

The Touch has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in The Touch?+

The Touch stars Elliott Gould, Bibi Andersson, Max von Sydow, Sheila Reid and Margaretha Byström.

When did The Touch come out?+

The Touch is a 1971 movie directed by Ingmar Bergman.

What genre is The Touch?+

The Touch is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Touch?+

The Touch was directed by Ingmar Bergman.

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