# Where to watch Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child (1986) in the UK

> Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child (1986) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1986  
**Runtime:** 29 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T00:11:52.523Z)  

## Synopsis

This short documentary is a moving tribute to Richard Cardinal, a Métis adolescent who committed suicide in 1984. Taken from his home at the age of 4 due to family problems, he spent the rest of his 17 short years moving in and out of 28 foster homes, group homes and shelters in Alberta. A sensitive, articulate young man, Richard Cardinal left behind a diary upon which this film is based.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Richard%20Cardinal%3A%20Cry%20from%20a%20Diary%20of%20a%20M%C3%A9tis%20Child)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child in the UK?**

Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child (1986) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child?**

Yes. Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/375907/richard-cardinal-cry-from-a-diary-of-a-metis-child-1986
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