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Persuasion

7.220071h 33mGMovieDramaRomanceTV Movie

Anne Elliot was once in love with Frederick Wentworth, a commander in the Royal Navy who was rejected by her snobby parents eight years ago. When the family hits hard times and are forced to rent out their mansion to his brother-in-law, Frederick returns as a captain - but will he remember Anne?

DirectorAdrian Shergold
WriterSimon Burke
ProducersDavid Snodin·Rebecca Eaton

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Cast · Directed by Adrian Shergold

SHSally Hawkins
Sally Hawkins
Anne Elliot
RPRupert Penry-Jones
Rupert Penry-Jones
Captain Wentworth
AKAlice Krige
Alice Krige
Lady Russell
TMTobias Menzies
Tobias Menzies
William Elliot
AHAnthony Stewart Head
Anthony Stewart Head
Sir Walter Elliot
JDJulia Davis
Julia Davis
Elizabeth Elliot
MSMichael Fenton Stevens
Michael Fenton Stevens
Mr. Shepherd
MSMary Stockley
Mary Stockley
Mrs. Clay
PWPeter Wight
Peter Wight
Admiral Croft
MBMarion Bailey
Marion Bailey
Mrs. Croft
AHAmanda Hale
Amanda Hale
Mary Musgrove
JHJennifer Higham
Jennifer Higham
Louisa Musgrove

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Persuasion — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Persuasion?

Persuasion is streaming on BritBox and Britbox in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Persuasion on Netflix?

No, Persuasion is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on BritBox and Britbox.

Is Persuasion on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Persuasion isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on BritBox and Britbox instead.

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Persuasion is available on BritBox and Britbox in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.