
The Watchman's Canoe
2017, English. Directed by Barri Chase.
In 1969 Jett, a young girl of mixed Caucasian and Indigenous descent, struggles to fit in with her peers on the reservation. After summoning the trees to shield her from her bullies she realizes her special connection with the surrounding nature. With the help of a tribal Watchman she embarks on a spiritual journey to discover her destiny.
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- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
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- English
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- 1 January 2017
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- Barri Chase
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The Watchman's Canoe runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
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The Watchman's Canoe isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Watchman's Canoe?
If you liked The Watchman's Canoe, try Lady Driver, The Young One, Hounddog.
Who directed The Watchman's Canoe?
The Watchman's Canoe (2017) was directed by Barri Chase and stars Roger Willie, Adam Beach, Kiri Goodson.