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Little Richard

6.620001h 28mPG-13MovieDramaMusicTV Movie

The story of Little Richard Penniman, from his poor Southern upbringing to dealing with the trials and tribulations of being a Black singer in the 1950s, to his born-again phase and brief "retirement" from rock and roll.

DirectorRobert Townsend

WritersDaniel Taplitz·Bill Kerby

ProducersJohn Davis·Little Richard

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Little Richard — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Little Richard?

Little Richard isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Little Richard on Netflix?

No, Little Richard is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Little Richard on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Little Richard isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Little Richard for free?

Little Richard isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Little Richard?

Little Richard hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 9, 2000. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is Little Richard based on a true story?

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