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Hidalgo

6.920042h 16mMMovieWesternAdventure

Set in 1890, this is the story of a Pony Express courier who travels to Arabia to compete with his horse, Hidalgo, in a dangerous race for a massive contest prize, in an adventure that sends the pair around the world...

DirectorJoe Johnston
WriterJohn Fusco
ProducersCasey Silver·Don Zepfel

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Joe Johnston

VMViggo Mortensen
Viggo Mortensen
Frank Hopkins
ZRZuleikha Robinson
Zuleikha Robinson
Jazira
OSOmar Sharif
Omar Sharif
Sheikh Riyadh
LLLouise Lombard
Louise Lombard
Lady Anne Davenport
JSJ.K. Simmons
J.K. Simmons
Buffalo Bill Cody
AMAdoni Maropis
Adoni Maropis
Sakr
SCSilas Carson
Silas Carson
Katib
CHC. Thomas Howell
C. Thomas Howell
Preston Webb
COChris Owen
Chris Owen
First Soldier
FCFrank Collison
Frank Collison
Texas Jack
VTVictor Talmadge
Victor Talmadge
Rau Rasmussen
AAAdam Alexi-Malle
Adam Alexi-Malle
Aziz

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Hidalgo — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hidalgo?

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

Is Hidalgo on Netflix?

No, Hidalgo is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Hidalgo on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Hidalgo for free?

Hidalgo is available on Disney Plus in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Hidalgo based on a true story?

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