Where to stream

Shine

7.419961h 45mPGMovieDrama

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

DirectorScott Hicks

WritersScott Hicks·Jan Sardi

ProducerJane Scott

Where to watch

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video

Foxtel Now

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

ABC iview

Beamafilm

Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Scott Hicks

Geoffrey Rush

David as an adult

Noah Taylor

David as an adolescent

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Lynn Redgrave

Googie Withers

Katharine Susannah Prichard

Sonia Todd

Nicholas Bell

John Gielgud

Chris Haywood

Alex Rafalowicz

David as a child

Eisteddfod Presenter

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Shine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shine?

Shine is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Foxtel Now and ABC iview in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Shine on Netflix?

No, Shine is not on Netflix in Australia as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Foxtel Now.

Is Shine on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Shine is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Shine for free?

Shine is available to stream free (with ads) on ABC iview in Australia.

Is Shine based on a true story?

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