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Defenseless

4.919911h 44mRMovieThrillerMystery

A Los Angeles lawyer defends her former college roommate, whose husband — her lover — has been slain.

DirectorMartin Campbell
WritersJeff Burkhart·James Cresson
ProducersRenée Missel·Stuart Benjamin

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Martin Campbell

BHBarbara Hershey
Barbara Hershey
Thelma 'T.K.' Knudsen Katwuller
SSSam Shepard
Sam Shepard
Det. Beutel
CEChristine Elise
Christine Elise
Cindy Bodeck / Cheerleader in Porno
MHMary Beth Hurt
Mary Beth Hurt
Ellie Seldes
JWJ.T. Walsh
J.T. Walsh
Steven Seldes
KOKellie Overbey
Kellie Overbey
Janna Seldes
JSJay O. Sanders
Jay O. Sanders
Bull Dozer
JKJohn Kapelos
John Kapelos
Jack Hammer
SNSheree North
Sheree North
Mrs. Bodeck
RBRandy Brooks
Randy Brooks
Monroe
CBChristopher M. Brown
Christopher M. Brown
Dubbing Theatre Employee
MC
Michael Collins
Policeman

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Defenseless — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Defenseless?

Defenseless is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Defenseless on Netflix?

No, Defenseless is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Defenseless on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Defenseless is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Defenseless for free?

Defenseless is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.