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Here’s everything you need to know about the Lionsgate-produced film Freaky Tales (2025)—including its release date, where to stream it, rent – buy options, the full cast lineup, and a complete guide on how to watch it online from Canada and more…
How can I watch Freaky Tales (2025) in Canada on HBO Max
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What inspired the film’s story and setting?
Ryan Fleck drew inspiration from Too $hort’s iconic Oakland rap, vivid childhood memories, and legendary sports moments (like Sleepy Floyd’s game). Director Anna Boden relates to its universal underdog themes, especially through a women’s perspective.
Freaky Tales (2025) OTT Release Date
It began streaming exclusively on STARZ and Crave in Canada on August 8, 2025.
Freaky Tales Cast
- Pedro Pascal as Clint
- Ben Mendelsohn as The Guy
- Jay Ellis as Sleepy Floyd
- Normani as Entice
- Dominique Thorne as Barbie
- Jack Champion as Lucid
- Ji-young Yoo as Tina
- Angus Cloud as Travis
- Keir Gilchrist as Josh
- Marteen as Kohlrabi
- Zack Roberts as Nazi Bonehead
- LeQuan Antonio Bennett as Greg
- Michelle Farrah Huang as Kelsey
- Nate Bonner as Operation Ivy
Who directed Freaky Tales?
It was written and directed by the duo Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, returning to their indie roots after their work on Captain Marvel.
Where to watch Freaky Tales (2025) in Canada?
Freaky Tales (2025) is available to stream in Canada on STARZ and through the STARZ add-on with the Crave bundle. Canadian viewers can access the film directly by subscribing to STARZ or by adding it to their existing Crave subscription. This provides full streaming access to the movie across supported devices.
Freaky Tales (2025) Rent – Buy Options:
In Canada, you can buy Freaky Tales (2025) as a digital download on Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Cineplex. The movie is also available to rent online through FlixFling, Apple TV, Cineplex, Amazon Video, and Plex.
Can I download Freaky Tales to watch offline?
Yes, if you have an active Crave subscription in Canada, you can download Freaky Tales using the Crave app and watch it offline.
Freaky Tales Trailer
Freaky Tales FAQ
- How long is the movie and what’s its rating?
Freaky Tales runs for approximately 107 minutes (or about 1h 47m) and is rated R for strong violence, language, sexual content, and drug use. - What do critics say about Freaky Tales?
Critics describe it as funny, and entertaining with strong period visuals. While the narrative has its weaknesses, the performances and style strongly impress. Rotten Tomatoes gives it Fresh status, and it holds a mid-range Metacritic score. - Was Freaky Tales filmed on location?
Yes, it was filmed in Oakland, including off Telegraph Avenue near the Grand Lake Theatre, grounding its style in authentic local culture. - Does the film feature music icons from Oakland?
Yes—it’s executive produced by Too $hort, whose music and cameo ground the story deeply in Bay Area musical history.
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