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A String of Blue Beads

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A STRING OF BLUE BEADS is a slight little Christmas tale that was a pilot for an anthology series of short stories that never came to be. What makes this little film fascinating is it was one of the earliest color broadcasts on television…

DirectorAlan Dinehart

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Tubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alan Dinehart

LJLouis Jourdan
Louis Jourdan
Antique Shop Owner
EH
Ellen-Cobb Hill
Marilyn
MHMargaret Hamilton
Margaret Hamilton
Mrs. Loomis
EL
Elaine Lynn
Barbara May
CL
Christine Lynn
Barbara's Sister
MMMary Michael
Mary Michael
Mrs. Anderson
DM
David Orrick McDearmon
Mr. Stark

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A String of Blue Beads — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A String of Blue Beads?

A String of Blue Beads is streaming on Tubi TV in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A String of Blue Beads on Netflix?

No, A String of Blue Beads is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Tubi TV.

Is A String of Blue Beads on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A String of Blue Beads isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch A String of Blue Beads for free?

A String of Blue Beads is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Australia.

Is A String of Blue Beads based on a true story?

Yes — A String of Blue Beads is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).