The documentary "Don't Come Upstairs" (2025) is available to watch on CBC Gem, CBC's free on-demand streaming service. It premiered on September 30, 2025, and can be streamed free with ads by creating a free CBC Gem account. For viewers outside Canada, a reliable VPN connected to a Canadian server is needed to access it due to geo-restrictions. The documentary is also part of "The Passionate Eye" series and is available on CBC TV starting October 1, 2025. It has a runtime of about 44 minutes and tells the story of a family secret revealed through intimate home recordings. To watch it:
- In Canada, simply sign up for a free CBC Gem account and stream it.
- Outside Canada, use a premium VPN to connect to a Canadian server, then create a CBC Gem account with a Canadian postal code for access.
- It's best to watch it on a PC/Mac browser as mobile devices might require downloading the CBC Gem app, which may not be available outside Canada.
This documentary is directed by Mike Lobel and co-written by Mika Collins.
