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Chasing Great

7.820161h 45mMovieDocumentary

Chasing Great is an insightful portrayal that weaves Richie McCaw's life story into his final season as an All Black, revealing the determination and mental toughness of an international sporting legend who still sees himself as an 'ordinary guy' from small town New Zealand.

DirectorsJustin Pemberton·Michelle Walshe
WritersJustin Pemberton·Michelle Walshe
ProducersTimothy White·Cass Avery

Where to watch

StanStanDocPlayDocPlayBeamafilmBeamafilmDocPlay Amazon ChannelDocPlay Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Justin Pemberton

RMRichie McCaw
Richie McCaw
Self

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Chasing Great — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Chasing Great?

Chasing Great is streaming on Stan, DocPlay and Beamafilm in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Chasing Great on Netflix?

No, Chasing Great is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Stan and DocPlay.

Is Chasing Great on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Chasing Great for free?

Chasing Great is available on Stan and DocPlay in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Chasing Great based on a true story?

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