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Phar Lap

6.919831h 47mGMovieDramaFamilyHistory

Phar Lap, the big bold chestnut reigned as the king of the turf in the depression that gripped Australia of the 1930s. From his humble beginnings the New Zealand bred horse raced on to become the hero of a nation.

DirectorSimon Wincer
WriterDavid Williamson
ProducerJohn Sexton

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Simon Wincer

TBTom Burlinson
Tom Burlinson
Tommy Woodcock
RMRichard Morgan
Richard Morgan
'Cashy' Martin
JMJudy Morris
Judy Morris
Bea Davis
MVMartin Vaughan
Martin Vaughan
Harry Telford
CB
Celia De Burgh
Vi Telford
RLRon Leibman
Ron Leibman
Dave Davis
VBVincent Ball
Vincent Ball
Lachlan McKinnon
JSJohn Stanton
John Stanton
Eric Connolly
PW
Peter Whitford
Bert Wolfe
RGRobert Grubb
Robert Grubb
William Nielsen
GCGia Carides
Gia Carides
Emma
JS
James Steele
Jim Pike

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Phar Lap — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Phar Lap?

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

Is Phar Lap on Netflix?

No, Phar Lap is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is Phar Lap on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Phar Lap for free?

Phar Lap isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is Phar Lap based on a true story?

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