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Housekeeping

6.619871h 56mPGMovieComedyDrama

In the Pacific Northwest during the 1950s, two young sisters whose mother has abandoned them wind up living with their Aunt Sylvie, whose views of the world and its conventions don't quite live up to most people's expectations.

DirectorBill Forsyth
WriterBill Forsyth
ProducerRobert F. Colesberry

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bill Forsyth

CLChristine Lahti
Christine Lahti
Sylvie Fisher
SW
Sara Walker
Ruth
AB
Andrea Burchill
Lucille
APAnne Pitoniak
Anne Pitoniak
Aunt Lily
BR
Barbara Reese
Aunt Nona
MPMargot Pinvidic
Margot Pinvidic
Helen
BS
Bill Smillie
Sheriff
WRWayne Robson
Wayne Robson
Principal
BPBetty Phillips
Betty Phillips
Mrs. Jardine
KAKaren Elizabeth Austin
Karen Elizabeth Austin
Mrs. Paterson
DDDolores Drake
Dolores Drake
Mrs. Walker
GC
Georgie Collins
Grandmother

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Housekeeping — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Housekeeping?

Housekeeping isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is Housekeeping on Netflix?

No, Housekeeping is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Housekeeping on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Housekeeping for free?

Housekeeping isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.