Canal Zone (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1977, Canal Zone is a documentary film directed by Frederick Wiseman, running about 174 minutes.
What it’s about. CANAL ZONE is about the people who live and work in the Panama Canal Zone and shows both the operation of the Canal and the various governmental agencies — business, military, and civilian — related to the functioning of the Canal and the lives of the Americans in the zone. The film includes sequences of ships in transit, the work of special canal pilots, aspects of the civil government, work of the military, and the social, religious and recreational life of the Zonians.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Canal Zone has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Canal Zone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Canal Zone tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Canal Zone (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Canal Zone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Canal Zone worth watching?
- Canal Zone holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.