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“Black Widow ” gives the spotlight to an original Avenger’s backstory and finally explores her mysterious past. The movie also acts as both a prequel and a send-off to the beloved character.
Witness the origin of the Avenger’s formidable female assassin and keep reading to find out where you can watch “Black Widow” in Canada.
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What Is Black Widow All About?
“Black Widow” follows two Russian super soldiers working as undercover agents. To carry out their mission, Alexei Shostakov and Black Widow assassin Melina Vostokoff pose as a family in Ohio with Natasha Romanoff and Yelena Belova as their daughters. The two super soldiers were tasked to steal SHIELD intel and as soon as they did, their daughters were taken to be trained as assassins for decades while Alexei Shostakov was imprisoned. Eventually, Natasha sides with SHIELD after she helps them bomb General Dreykov’s office, killing their boss. Fast forward later, she and Yelena team up to help Alexei escape prison but are now confronted by a new threat, someone named Taskmaster. This family of spies must now band together to end Taskmaster’s reign and schemes.
“Black Widow” launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) Phase Four, followed by films such as “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” “Eternals,” and “Spider-Man No Way Home.”
Who Are in the Cast and Production of Black Widow?
“Black Widow” was directed by Cate Shortland, with a screenplay written by Eric Pearson. Its story was created by Jac Schaeffer and Ned Benson based on Marvel Comics. Additionally, the film was produced by Kevin Feige under Marvel Studios which is usually the case for many movies in the MCU.
The movie also features a cast of strong actors and actresses who are sure to be familiar to Marvel fans. The cast did an amazing job in bringing the characters to life, and it includes:
- Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow
- Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova
- David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian
- O-T Fagbenle as Rick Mason
- Olga Kurylenko as Antonia Dreykov / Taskmaster
- William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross
- Ray Winstone as Dreykov
- Rachel Weisz as Melina Vostokoff
What is the Rating for Black Widow?
“Black Widow” is rated R. It is not suitable for younger audiences because there are mature and violent scenes, topics, and storylines that might be too sensitive or complex.
How Many People Watch Black Widow?
“Black Widow” broke many pandemic records after it faced the struggle of delays in its theatrical release during a time when movie theaters were at a limited capacity. The movie was unstoppable as MCU fans did not want to miss finally seeing this hero’s backstory, especially after her fate in the previous Avengers movie. As a result, the movie grossed a worldwide total of $379.8 million at the box office and its Disney Plus Premier Access gained the movie $67 million on its opening weekend.
How Are the Reviews for Black Widow?
“Black Widow” ended up leaving a sentimental mark on fans of the MCU as it is the character’s final movie. Audiences saw it as a great send-off for the titular character who did not shy away from the hard-hitting action scenes that she is known for. Many were also impressed with Johansson’s final performance as the lead. Critics who were all witnesses to the character’s journey in the MCU over the years were also impressed by the movie’s performance and were left speculating if the character will ever make a return. As for its ratings, currently, the movie has a 68/100 score on Metacritic. It received a lot of praise from critics who left positive reviews for the film, such as:
- “As a reintroduction to the cinematic universe after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s definitely worth a look. Here’s hoping more Marvel flicks take inspiration from this one: shrink their scope, focus on the characters, and get the action right. And for God’s sake, give us better third acts,” says Clint Worthington of Consequence.
- “It shouldn’t really have taken 11 years for the Widow to get her own standalone adventure. But thanks to some zesty new character dynamics and smart twists, Marvel has finally done her right,” says Nick de Semlyan of Empire.
Where to Watch Black Widow in Canada?
Find out what happens to Natasha Romanoff when she confronts her past in “Black Widow” which is available on different platforms in Canada.
Is Black Widow Available on Streaming?
Disney Plus
You can watch “Black Widow” on Disney Plus. The platform offers different subscription plans for you to have access to the movie and other content available for any Disney Plus subscriber. If you are planning to watch it on this platform, these are the available plans:
| Plan | Price | Maximum Video Resolution | Simultaneous Streaming Devices |
| Monthly | CAD$11.99 | 4K | 4 |
| Annual | CAD$119.99 | 4K | 4 |
The platform is also home to a lot of Marvel movies so whether you would like to see Black Widow’s amazing final team-up with her fellow Avengers in “Avengers: Endgame” and “Avengers: Infinity War,” you can find it all here. You can also watch on many devices that the platform supports, such as smartphones, PCs, laptops, and smart TVs, bringing convenience to your entertainment needs.
Is Black Widow Available for Rent (VOD)?
Other than Disney Plus, viewers also have the option to watch “Black Widow” by renting or purchasing it through video-on-demand (VOD) platforms. If you want to avail this, here are the different platforms that offer the movie as well as its respective prices:
| Platform | Rent | Purchase |
| Apple TV | Not Available | CAD$24.99 |
| Amazon Prime | CAD$4.99 | CAD$22.99 |
| Cineplex | CAD$5.99 | CAD$24.99 |
| Google Play Store | CAD$4.99 | CAD$22.99 |
| Microsoft | CAD$4.99 | CAD$24.99 |
| Youtube Movies | CAD$4.99 | CAD$22.99 |
Is Black Widow on Cable or Free TV?
No, “Black Widow” is not airing on any free TV or cable networks in Canada. However, it is still available on streaming platforms and VOD platforms in Canada.
Should I Use a VPN to Watch Black Widow?
There is no need to use a VPN for audiences to watch “Black Widow” because the movie can be accessed without any restriction on Disney Plus or VOD platforms.
The Origins of Black Widow
“Black Widow” serves as an origin story and an exit for Natasha Romanoff, marking the final movie and appearance of the character in the MCU. While fans may be devastated by the female hero’s fate in the bigger narrative of the cinematic universe, “Black Widow” became the fitting send-off to the character by diving into her origin and introducing a worthy successor to her title and place in the Avengers. The movie itself proves that no one will ever take the role of the titular character from Scarlet Johansson and that she has cemented herself as the actress who will forever be associated with the role. As the story concludes for her, there is still hope that her presence will still have an impact on future films in the MCU.
Fight powerful foes with this family of assassins when you watch “Black Widow” on Disney Plus and VOD platforms.
