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The Best Intentions

7.019923h 2mMovieDramaRomance

In this film about Ingmar Bergman's parents, Henrik Bergman is studying for the priesthood and trying to make ends meet when he encounters the lovely, affluent Anna. Despite their social differences, Henrik and Anna fall in love, wed and…

DirectorBille August
WriterIngmar Bergman
ProducerIngrid Dahlberg

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 9 other countries

The Best Intentions isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia and 5 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Bille August

SFSamuel Fröler
Samuel Fröler
Henrik Bergman
PAPernilla August
Pernilla August
Anna Bergman
MSMax von Sydow
Max von Sydow
Johan Åkerblom
GNGhita Nørby
Ghita Nørby
Karin Åkerblom
LHLennart Hjulström
Lennart Hjulström
Nordenson
MMMona Malm
Mona Malm
Alma Bergman
LELena Endre
Lena Endre
Frida Strandberg
KHKeve Hjelm
Keve Hjelm
Fredrik Bergman
BKBjörn Kjellman
Björn Kjellman
Ernst Åkerblom
BABörje Ahlstedt
Börje Ahlstedt
Carl Åkerblom
HAHans Alfredson
Hans Alfredson
Gransjö
LHLena T. Hansson
Lena T. Hansson
Magda Säll

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The Best Intentions — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Best Intentions?

The Best Intentions isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Brazil, Canada and Chile and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Best Intentions on Netflix?

No, The Best Intentions is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Best Intentions on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Best Intentions isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Best Intentions for free?

The Best Intentions isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is The Best Intentions based on a true story?

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