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Benedetta

6.620212h 11mR18+MovieHistoryDramaRomance

A 17th-century nun becomes entangled in a forbidden lesbian affair with a novice. But it is Benedetta's shocking religious visions that threaten to shake the Church to its core.

DirectorPaul Verhoeven
WritersPaul Verhoeven·David Birke
ProducersJérôme Seydoux·Conchita Airoldi

Where to watch

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

Cast · Directed by Paul Verhoeven

VEVirginie Efira
Virginie Efira
Sister Benedetta Carlini
CRCharlotte Rampling
Charlotte Rampling
Sister Felicita
DPDaphné Patakia
Daphné Patakia
Bartolomea
LWLambert Wilson
Lambert Wilson
Nuncio
OROlivier Rabourdin
Olivier Rabourdin
Alfonso Cecchi
LCLouise Chevillotte
Louise Chevillotte
Sister Christina
HPHervé Pierre
Hervé Pierre
Paolo Ricordati
CCClotilde Courau
Clotilde Courau
Midea Carlini
DCDavid Clavel
David Clavel
Giuliano Carlini
GLGuilaine Londez
Guilaine Londez
Sister Jacopa
GJGaëlle Jeantet
Gaëlle Jeantet
Sister Petra
JBJustine Bachelet
Justine Bachelet
Sister Juliana

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Benedetta — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Benedetta?

Benedetta is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Benedetta on Netflix?

No, Benedetta is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Benedetta on Amazon Prime Video?

Benedetta isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Benedetta for free?

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

Is Benedetta based on a true story?

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