Victoria Day (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2009, Victoria Day is a drama film directed by David Bezmozgis, running about 88 minutes. “Life Changes In A Flash.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Over the course of one week in 1988, the search for a missing teammate, parental expectations, a burgeoning sexual awakening and the rock concert of the century all threaten to jolt a 16-year-old into adulthood. With the long Victoria Day weekend signaling the end of school, and the Stanley Cup playoffs afoot, the summer of 1988 arrives in Toronto. Ben Spector, a smart, sensitive kid from a Russian immigrant family, hits the Bob Dylan show with his buddies and runs into Jordan Chapman, the class jerk and Ben's tormentor on the ice-hockey rink. Jordan is five dollars shy of scoring some drugs, and Ben begrudgingly spots him the dough. But the next day, Jordan fails to show up at school or hockey practice. With days passing and Jordan's whereabouts a mystery, Ben finds himself in an uncomfortable predicament, especially when a romance with Jordan's sister tentatively blooms in the midst of the ordeal.
Who’s in it. Victoria Day stars Mark Rendall as Ben Spektor, Sergiy Kotelenets as Yuri Spektor, Nataliya Alyexeyenko as Mila Spektor and Holly Deveaux as Cayla Chapman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Victoria Day 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 Victoria Day page.
If you liked it. Fans of Victoria Day tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Victoria Day (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Victoria Day change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Victoria Day worth watching?
- Victoria Day holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Victoria Day?
- Victoria Day stars Mark Rendall, Sergiy Kotelenets, Nataliya Alyexeyenko, Holly Deveaux and John Mavro.
- When was Victoria Day released?
- Victoria Day was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.