# Where to watch Ted Allan: Minstrel Boy of the 20th Century in the UK

> Ted Allan: Minstrel Boy of the 20th Century is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Runtime:** 47 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T05:58:52.071Z)  

## Synopsis

From humble beginnings in Montreal’s scrappy St Urbain neighbourhood, Ted Allan (1916-1995) would become one of Canada’s most distinctive writing talents and raconteurs, authoring numerous books, plays and screenplays, most notably, Lies My Father Told Me. This fascinating documentary offers a detailed portrait of a unique individual, from his journey to Spain to fight the fascists to his collaboration with John Cassavetes. Featuring footage of Allan’s staged readings, his musings on his lengthy career and interviews with friends and family, including actress Gena Rowlands, writer Stanley Mann and director Ted Kotcheff.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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**Where can I watch Ted Allan: Minstrel Boy of the 20th Century in the UK?**

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