Arrival (2016)
Arrival is streaming in Canada on Netflix.
The verdict
Arrival stood out as one of the better-rated English films of its release window. It holds a 7.6/10 on TMDB from 19,916 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 116 minutes. In Canada you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 1h 56m on it?
1h 56m of English drama with a science fiction streak. That score holds across 19,916 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 7.6/10 across 19,916 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 56m |
| Watch with family? | 18A · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Science Fiction |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Denis Villeneuve
Cast
Where to watch in Canada
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 27, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: Everything new on Netflix
Trailer
If you liked this
