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Arrival

7.620161h 56mMMovieDramaScience FictionMystery

Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.

DirectorDenis Villeneuve
WriterEric Heisserer
ProducersGlen Basner·Eric Heisserer

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Denis Villeneuve

AAAmy Adams
Amy Adams
Louise Banks
JRJeremy Renner
Jeremy Renner
Ian Donnelly
FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Colonel Weber
MSMichael Stuhlbarg
Michael Stuhlbarg
Agent Halpern
MOMark O'Brien
Mark O'Brien
Captain Marks
TMTzi Ma
Tzi Ma
General Shang
APAbigail Pniowsky
Abigail Pniowsky
8-Year-Old Hannah
JDJulia Scarlett Dan
Julia Scarlett Dan
12-Year-Old Hannah
JMJadyn Malone
Jadyn Malone
6-Year-Old Hannah
FSFrank Schorpion
Frank Schorpion
Dr. Kettler
LCLucas Chartier-Dessert
Lucas Chartier-Dessert
Private Lasky
CJChristian Jadah
Christian Jadah
Private Combs

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Arrival — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Arrival?

Arrival is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Stan in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Arrival on Netflix?

No, Arrival is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Stan.

Is Arrival on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Arrival is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Arrival for free?

Arrival is available on Amazon Prime Video and Stan in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.