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The Earthling

6.419801h 37mMovieActionDramaAdventure

Recently diagnosed with a terminal illness, a man returns home to Australia to die in the wilderness. His plans become complicated when he comes across a young boy whose parents have been killed and decides to take him under his wing.

DirectorPeter Collinson
WriterLanny Cotler
ProducersJohn Strong·Samuel Z. Arkoff

Where to watch

BeamafilmBeamafilm
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Collinson

WHWilliam Holden
William Holden
Patrick Foley
RSRicky Schroder
Ricky Schroder
Shawn Daley
JTJack Thompson
Jack Thompson
Ross Daley
OHOlivia Hamnett
Olivia Hamnett
Bettina Daley
AKAlwyn Kurts
Alwyn Kurts
Christian Neilson
PEPat Evison
Pat Evison
Meg Neilson
RPRedmond Phillips
Redmond Phillips
Bobby Burns
RBRay Barrett
Ray Barrett
Parnell
TBTony Barry
Tony Barry
Red
AP
Allan Penney
Harlan

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The Earthling — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Earthling?

The Earthling is streaming on Beamafilm in Australia, and available to rent or buy on YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Earthling on Netflix?

No, The Earthling is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Beamafilm.

Is The Earthling on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Earthling isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Beamafilm instead.

Where can I watch The Earthling for free?

The Earthling is available on Beamafilm in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.