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Tales of the Unknown South

9.019841h 57mMovieDramaDocumentaryFamily

Trilogy of films about race and culture in the Deep South from the end of World War I to the civil rights protests of the 1960's. All three stories deal with fear and isolation, and the role of faith in the lives of those who venture alone into what is unknown around them.

DirectorsRandy Brinson·Jim Eddins
WritersDuBose Heyward·Diane Oliver

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Cast · Directed by Randy Brinson

JDJames Dickey
James Dickey
Host
BHBob Hungerford
Bob Hungerford
Sgt. Kearns
RL
Richard Leighton
"The Half-Pint Flask"
RC
Rosanna Carter
"Ashes"
EEEstelle Evans
Estelle Evans
"The Half-Pint Flask"
FFFrances Foster
Frances Foster
"Neighbors"
TB
Timisha Barnes
"Ashes"
DG
David Guider
"Neighbors"
SS
Sandra Mills Scott
Neighbors

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Tales of the Unknown South — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Tales of the Unknown South?

Tales of the Unknown South isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Tales of the Unknown South on Netflix?

No, Tales of the Unknown South is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Tales of the Unknown South on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Tales of the Unknown South isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Tales of the Unknown South for free?

Tales of the Unknown South isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Tales of the Unknown South?

Tales of the Unknown South hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 26, 1984. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.