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Shaft

6.419711h 40mRMovieCrimeThrillerDrama

Cool Black private eye John Shaft is hired by a crime lord to find and retrieve his kidnapped daughter.

DirectorGordon Parks

WritersErnest Tidyman·John D.F. Black

ProducersJoel Freeman·Stirling Silliphant

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gordon Parks

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Shaft — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shaft?

Shaft 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 Shaft on Netflix?

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

Is Shaft on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Shaft for free?

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

Is there a sequel to Shaft?

Yes — Shaft is followed by Shaft's Big Score! (1972) in the Shaft Collection.

Is there a prequel to Shaft?

Shaft is the first film in the Shaft Collection.

Is Shaft part of a trilogy?

Yes — Shaft is part of a trilogy, alongside Shaft's Big Score! (1972) and Shaft in Africa (1973).

How many movies are in the Shaft Collection?

There are 3 films in the Shaft Collection: Shaft (1971), Shaft's Big Score! (1972) and Shaft in Africa (1973).