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Emily

6.920222h 10mMMovieHistoryDramaRomance

The imagined life of one of the world’s most famous authors, Emily Brontë, as she finds her voice and writes the literary classic Wuthering Heights. Explore the relationships that inspired her – her raw, passionate sisterhood with…

DirectorFrances O'Connor
WriterFrances O'Connor
ProducersJo Bamford·Sebastian Barker

Where to watch

SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Frances O'Connor

EMEmma Mackey
Emma Mackey
Emily Brontë
FWFionn Whitehead
Fionn Whitehead
Branwell Brontë
OJOliver Jackson-Cohen
Oliver Jackson-Cohen
William Weightman
ADAlexandra Dowling
Alexandra Dowling
Charlotte Brontë
GJGemma Jones
Gemma Jones
Aunt Branwell
ADAdrian Dunbar
Adrian Dunbar
Patrick Brontë
AGAmelia Gething
Amelia Gething
Anne Brontë
VRVeronica Roberts
Veronica Roberts
Tabby
GLGerald Lepkowski
Gerald Lepkowski
Mr. Linton
PW
Paul Warriner
Reverend Miller
SPSacha Parkinson
Sacha Parkinson
Ellen Nussey
PDPhilip Desmeules
Philip Desmeules
Monsieur Heger

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Emily — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Emily?

Emily is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Emily on Netflix?

No, Emily is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Emily on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Emily for free?

Emily is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.

Is Emily based on a true story?

Yes — Emily is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).