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Dog Day Afternoon

7.919752h 5mMMovieCrimeDramaThriller

Based on the true story of would-be Brooklyn bank robbers John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile. Sonny and Sal attempt a bank heist which quickly turns sour and escalates into a hostage situation and stand-off with the police. As Sonny's…

DirectorSidney Lumet
WriterFrank Pierson
ProducersMartin Bregman·Martin Elfand

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Cast · Directed by Sidney Lumet

APAl Pacino
Al Pacino
Sonny
JCJohn Cazale
John Cazale
Sal
CDCharles Durning
Charles Durning
Moretti
CSChris Sarandon
Chris Sarandon
Leon
JBJames Broderick
James Broderick
Sheldon
PAPenelope Allen
Penelope Allen
Sylvia
SBSully Boyar
Sully Boyar
Mulvaney
BG
Beulah Garrick
Margaret
CKCarol Kane
Carol Kane
Jenny
SK
Sandra Kazan
Deborah
MKMarcia Jean Kurtz
Marcia Jean Kurtz
Miriam
AL
Amy Levitt
Maria

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Dog Day Afternoon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dog Day Afternoon?

Dog Day Afternoon is streaming on HBO Max in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Dog Day Afternoon on Netflix?

No, Dog Day Afternoon is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is Dog Day Afternoon on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Dog Day Afternoon for free?

Dog Day Afternoon is available on HBO Max in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.