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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Richard Linklater
JB
Jack Black
Bernie Tiede
SM
Shirley MacLaine
Marjorie Nugent
MM
Matthew McConaughey
Danny Buck Davidson
BC
Brady Coleman
Scrappy Holmes
RR
Richard Robichaux
Lloyd Hornbuckle
RD
Rick Dial
Don Leggett
BS
Brandon Smith
Sheriff Huckabee
LD
Larry Jack Dotson
Rev. Woodard
MM
Merrilee McCommas
Molly
MG
Mathew Greer
Carl
MD
Marjorie Dome
Townsperson
TC
Tim Cariker
Townsperson
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Bernie — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Bernie?
Bernie is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Bernie on Netflix?
No, Bernie is not on Netflix in Australia as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.
Is Bernie on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Bernie is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of August 2026.
Where can I watch Bernie for free?
Bernie is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
Is Bernie based on a true story?
Yes — Bernie is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).