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Cross Creek

6.619832h 7mGMovieDramaRomance

In the 1930s, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings moves to Florida's backwaters to write in peace. She feels bothered by affectionate men, editors and confused neighbors, but soon she connects and writes The Yearling, a classic of American literature.

DirectorMartin Ritt
WriterDalene Young
ProducersRobert B. Radnitz·Martin Ritt

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 5 other countries

Cross Creek isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Austria, Canada, Germany, Switzerland and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Martin Ritt

MSMary Steenburgen
Mary Steenburgen
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
RTRip Torn
Rip Torn
Marsh Turner
PCPeter Coyote
Peter Coyote
Norton Baskin
DHDana Hill
Dana Hill
Ellie Turner
AWAlfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Geechee
JMJoanna Miles
Joanna Miles
Mrs. Turner
IEIke Eisenmann
Ike Eisenmann
Paul
THToni Hudson
Toni Hudson
Tim's Wife
CGCary Guffey
Cary Guffey
Floyd Turner
BR
Bo Rucker
Leroy
JSJay O. Sanders
Jay O. Sanders
Charles Rawlings
JH
John Hammond
Tim

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Cross Creek — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cross Creek?

Cross Creek isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Austria, Canada and Switzerland and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Cross Creek on Netflix?

No, Cross Creek is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Cross Creek on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cross Creek isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Cross Creek for free?

Cross Creek isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Cross Creek based on a true story?

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