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Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War

6.920161h 30mNRMovieDocumentary

Join an American couple’s courageous mission in 1939 to help refugees escape Nazi-occupied Europe. Over the course of two years, the pair will risk their lives so that hundreds can live in freedom.

DirectorsArtemis Joukowsky·Ken Burns
WritersDavid Blitstein·Artemis Joukowsky
ProducersKen Burns·Deanna Byck

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Artemis Joukowsky

MG
Marina Goldman
Martha Sharp
THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Waitstill Sharp (voice)

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Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War — streaming FAQ

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Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

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No, Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

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Yes — Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

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