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The Blue Lightning

6.719861h 35mMovieDramaActionTV Movie

Harry Wingate, a rugged adventurer, is hired by a gem collector to retrieve a priceless opal, known as "The Blue Lightning," from Lester McInally, a super-criminal with an army of killers operating in the Australian outback.

DirectorLee Philips
WriterWilliam Kelley
ProducersMatt Carroll·Greg Coote

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Cast · Directed by Lee Philips

SESam Elliott
Sam Elliott
Harry Wingate
RCRobert Culp
Robert Culp
Lester McInally
JMJohn Meillon
John Meillon
Dr. William Giles
RGRebecca Gilling
Rebecca Gilling
Kate McQueen
RCRobert Coleby
Robert Coleby
Ninian
MPMax Phipps
Max Phipps
Brutus Cathcart
RCRalph Cotterill
Ralph Cotterill
Words
JD
Jack Davis
Jahrgadu
BB
Bob Barrett
Sullivan
RMRay Meagher
Ray Meagher
Hale
MCMichael Carman
Michael Carman
Roberts
NE
Norm Erskine
Clancy

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The Blue Lightning — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Blue Lightning?

The Blue Lightning isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Blue Lightning on Netflix?

No, The Blue Lightning is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026.

Is The Blue Lightning on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Blue Lightning isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Blue Lightning for free?

The Blue Lightning 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 The Blue Lightning?

The Blue Lightning hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 25, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.