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An Education

6.920091h 40mPGMovieDramaRomance

Despite her sheltered upbringing, Jenny is a teen with a bright future; she's smart, pretty, and has aspirations of attending Oxford University. When David, a charming but much older suitor, motors into her life in a shiny automobile, Jenny gets a taste of adult life that she won't soon forget.

DirectorLone Scherfig
WritersNick Hornby·Lynn Barber
ProducersDavid M. Thompson·Jamie Laurenson

Where to watch

BeamafilmBeamafilmSBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lone Scherfig

CMCarey Mulligan
Carey Mulligan
Jenny Mellor
PSPeter Sarsgaard
Peter Sarsgaard
David Goldman
DCDominic Cooper
Dominic Cooper
Danny
RPRosamund Pike
Rosamund Pike
Helen
OWOlivia Williams
Olivia Williams
Miss Stubbs
AMAlfred Molina
Alfred Molina
Jack Mellor
CSCara Seymour
Cara Seymour
Majorie
SHSally Hawkins
Sally Hawkins
Sarah Goldman
ETEmma Thompson
Emma Thompson
Headmistress
JNJames Norton
James Norton
Student
AFAmanda Fairbank-Hynes
Amanda Fairbank-Hynes
Hattie
WMWilliam Melling
William Melling
Small Boy #1

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An Education — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams An Education?

An Education is streaming on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is An Education on Netflix?

No, An Education is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand.

Is An Education on Amazon Prime Video?

No, An Education isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand instead.

Where can I watch An Education for free?

An Education is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.

Is An Education based on a true story?

Yes — An Education is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).