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Beau Is Afraid

6.720232h 59mR 18+MovieComedyAdventureFantasy

Following the sudden death of his mother, a mild-mannered but anxiety-ridden man confronts his darkest fears as he embarks on an epic odyssey back home.

DirectorAri Aster
WriterAri Aster
ProducersLen Blavatnik·Danny Cohen

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsSBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ari Aster

JPJoaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix
Beau Wassermann
PLPatti LuPone
Patti LuPone
Mona Wassermann
ARAmy Ryan
Amy Ryan
Grace
NLNathan Lane
Nathan Lane
Roger
KRKylie Rogers
Kylie Rogers
Toni
DMDenis Ménochet
Denis Ménochet
Jeeves
PPParker Posey
Parker Posey
Elaine Bray
ZLZoe Lister-Jones
Zoe Lister-Jones
Young Mona
ANArmen Nahapetian
Armen Nahapetian
Teen Beau
JAJulia Antonelli
Julia Antonelli
Teen Elaine
SHStephen McKinley Henderson
Stephen McKinley Henderson
Therapist
RKRichard Kind
Richard Kind
Dr. Cohen

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Beau Is Afraid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Beau Is Afraid?

Beau Is Afraid is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV Store and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Beau Is Afraid on Netflix?

No, Beau Is Afraid is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and SBS On Demand.

Is Beau Is Afraid on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Beau Is Afraid is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Beau Is Afraid for free?

Beau Is Afraid is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.