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Dharma Rising

20111h 24mMovieDocumentary

The films looks through the eyes of the first generation of Western Dharma teachers at the myriad issues Buddhism faces and how it is adapting within a culture that runs on the engines of competition and greed, where many consider cruelty…

DirectorDavid Cherniack

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Gaia Amazon ChannelGaia Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Cherniack

AW
Alan Wallace
BG
Bernie Glassman
JK
Jack Kornfield
MRMatthieu Ricard
Matthieu Ricard
JW
Jan Willis
NF
Norman Fischer
RT
Robert Thurman
SB
Stephen Batchelor
BH
Blanche Hartman
MW
Mel Weitsman

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Dharma Rising — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dharma Rising?

Dharma Rising is streaming on Gaia in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Dharma Rising on Netflix?

No, Dharma Rising is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Gaia.

Is Dharma Rising on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Dharma Rising isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Gaia instead.

Where can I watch Dharma Rising for free?

Dharma Rising is available on Gaia in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.