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Reaching for the Moon

6.620131h 58mNRMovieDramaRomance

In 1951, New York poet Elizabeth Bishop travels to Rio de Janeiro to visit Mary, a college friend. The shy Elizabeth is overwhelmed by Brazilian sensuality. She is the antithesis to Mary’s dashing partner, architect Lota de Macedo Soares.…

DirectorBruno Barreto
WritersBruno Barreto·Matthew Chapman
ProducersLucy Barreto·Paula Barreto

Where to watch

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bruno Barreto

MOMiranda Otto
Miranda Otto
Elizabeth Bishop
GPGlória Pires
Glória Pires
Lota de Macedo Soares
TMTracy Middendorf
Tracy Middendorf
Mary Morse
TWTreat Williams
Treat Williams
Robert Lowell
MAMarcello Airoldi
Marcello Airoldi
Carlos Lacerda
LKLola Kirke
Lola Kirke
Margaret
LSLuciana Souza
Luciana Souza
Joana
TC
Tânia Costa
Dindinha
MN
Marianna Mac Nieven
Malú

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Reaching for the Moon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Reaching for the Moon?

Reaching for the Moon isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on Fetch TV. It's not on Netflix.

Is Reaching for the Moon on Netflix?

No, Reaching for the Moon is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Fetch TV.

Is Reaching for the Moon on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Reaching for the Moon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Reaching for the Moon for free?

Reaching for the Moon isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on Fetch TV.

Is Reaching for the Moon based on a true story?

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