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The Dark Emu Story

20231h 22mMovieDocumentary

A thought provoking, revelatory and inspiring documentary telling the story of Bruce Pascoe’s Dark Emu – the publishing phenomenon that challenged Australia to rethink its history and ignited a raging debate.

DirectorAllan Clarke
WriterJacob Hickey
ProducersJacob Hickey·Darren Dale

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoStanStanDocPlayDocPlayDocPlay Amazon ChannelDocPlay Amazon ChannelAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsABC iviewABC iview
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Allan Clarke

BPBruce Pascoe
Bruce Pascoe
Self
SGStan Grant
Stan Grant
Self
NJNarelda Jacobs
Narelda Jacobs
Self
MLMarcia Langton
Marcia Langton
Self
PS
Peter Sutton
Self
SPStephen Page
Stephen Page
Self
ST
Suellyn Tighe
Self
MW
Michael Westaway
Self
KN
Karlie Noon
Self
BLBenjamin Law
Benjamin Law
Self

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The Dark Emu Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dark Emu Story?

The Dark Emu Story is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Stan and DocPlay in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Dark Emu Story on Netflix?

No, The Dark Emu Story is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Stan.

Is The Dark Emu Story on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Dark Emu Story is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Dark Emu Story for free?

The Dark Emu Story is available to stream free (with ads) on ABC iview in Australia.