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Detachment

7.620111h 38mMA15+MovieDrama

A chronicle of three weeks in the lives of several high school teachers, administrators and students through the eyes of substitute teacher, Henry Barthes. Henry roams from school to school, imparting modes of knowledge, but never staying long enough to form any semblance of sentient attachment.

DirectorTony Kaye
WriterCarl Lund
ProducersAdrien Brody·Austin Stark

Where to watch

Lionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsLionsgate+ Amazon Channels
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Tony Kaye

ABAdrien Brody
Adrien Brody
Henry Barthes
MHMarcia Gay Harden
Marcia Gay Harden
Principal Carol Dearden
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Mr. Charles Seaboldt
CHChristina Hendricks
Christina Hendricks
Ms. Sarah Madison
LLLucy Liu
Lucy Liu
Dr. Doris Parker
BDBlythe Danner
Blythe Danner
Ms. Perkins
TNTim Blake Nelson
Tim Blake Nelson
Mr. Wiatt
WPWilliam L. Petersen
William L. Petersen
Mr. 'Sarge' Kepler
BCBryan Cranston
Bryan Cranston
Mr. Dearden
SGSami Gayle
Sami Gayle
Erica
BKBetty Kaye
Betty Kaye
Meredith
LZLouis Zorich
Louis Zorich
Grampa

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Detachment — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Detachment?

Detachment is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Detachment on Netflix?

No, Detachment is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

Is Detachment on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Detachment for free?

Detachment is available on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.