The Sweater (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1980, The Sweater is an animation film directed by Sheldon Cohen, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. In this animated short, Roch Carrier recounts the most mortifying moment of his childhood. At a time when all his friends worshipped Maurice "Rocket" Richard and wore his number 9 Canadiens hockey jersey, the boy was mistakenly sent a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey from Eaton's. Unable to convince his mother to send it back, he must face his friends wearing the colours of the opposing team. This short film, based on the book The Hockey Sweater, is an NFB classic that appeals to hockey lovers of all ages.
Who’s in it. The Sweater stars Roch Carrier as the narrator and Jean-Guy Moreau as the hockey commentator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Sweater 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 The Sweater page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sweater tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sweater (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sweater change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sweater worth watching?
- The Sweater holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sweater?
- The Sweater stars Roch Carrier and Jean-Guy Moreau.