Thirst 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.
Good to know
- Director
- Ingmar Bergman
- Release date
- 1949-10-17
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Language
- German
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Sweden
- Studio
- SF Studios
About Thirst
Thirst is a 1949 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Ingmar Bergman, starring Eva Henning, Birger Malmsten and Birgit Tengroth. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 71 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Thirst in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
A fractured portrait of desire and isolation, following a failing marriage and parallel stories of emotional entrapment as memories surface during a train journey through postwar Europe. Told through flashbacks and multiple narrative threads, the film signals Ingmar Bergman’s emerging mature style.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Thirst in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Thirst on Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Is Thirst on Netflix?+
Thirst is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.
How long is Thirst?+
Thirst has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
Who stars in Thirst?+
Thirst stars Eva Henning, Birger Malmsten, Birgit Tengroth, Hasse Ekman and Mimi Nelson.
When did Thirst come out?+
Thirst is a 1949 movie directed by Ingmar Bergman.
What genre is Thirst?+
Thirst is Drama film.
Who directed Thirst?+
Thirst was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
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