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Get Shorty

6.519951h 45mMA15+MovieComedyThrillerCrime

Chili Palmer is a Miami mobster who gets sent to L.A. to collect a bad debt from Harry Zimm, a Hollywood producer who specializes in cheesy horror films. When Chili meets Harry's leading lady, the romantic sparks fly. After pitching his…

DirectorBarry Sonnenfeld
WriterScott Frank
ProducersDanny DeVito·Michael Shamberg

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Cast · Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld

JTJohn Travolta
John Travolta
Chili Palmer
GHGene Hackman
Gene Hackman
Harry Zimm
RRRene Russo
Rene Russo
Karen Flores
DDDanny DeVito
Danny DeVito
Martin Weir
DFDennis Farina
Dennis Farina
Ray 'Bones' Barboni
DLDelroy Lindo
Delroy Lindo
Bo Catlett
JGJames Gandolfini
James Gandolfini
Bear
JGJon Gries
Jon Gries
Ronnie Wingate
RPRenee Props
Renee Props
Nicki
DPDavid Paymer
David Paymer
Leo Devoe
MFMartin Ferrero
Martin Ferrero
Tommy Carlo
MSMiguel Sandoval
Miguel Sandoval
Mr. Escobar

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Get Shorty — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Get Shorty?

Get Shorty is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Get Shorty on Netflix?

No, Get Shorty is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Get Shorty on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Get Shorty is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of November 2026.

Where can I watch Get Shorty for free?

Get Shorty is available on Amazon Prime Video in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Get Shorty?

Yes — Get Shorty is followed by Be Cool (2005) in the Chili Palmer Collection.

Is there a prequel to Get Shorty?

Get Shorty is the first film in the Chili Palmer Collection.

Is Get Shorty part of a trilogy?

No — Get Shorty is part of the Chili Palmer Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Chili Palmer Collection?

There are 2 films in the Chili Palmer Collection: Get Shorty (1995) and Be Cool (2005).