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The Five Heartbeats

7.219912h 1mMMovieDramaMusic

In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation.…

DirectorRobert Townsend
WritersKeenen Ivory Wayans·Robert Townsend
ProducersRobert Townsend·Loretha C. Jones

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 28 other countries

The Five Heartbeats isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Bulgaria, Canada, Cape Verde, Cyprus and 24 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Robert Townsend

RTRobert Townsend
Robert Townsend
Duck
MWMichael Wright
Michael Wright
Eddie
LLeon
Leon
J.T.
HLHarry Lennix
Harry Lennix
Dresser
TWTico Wells
Tico Wells
Choirboy
DCDiahann Carroll
Diahann Carroll
Eleanor Potter
HNHarold Nicholas
Harold Nicholas
Sarge
HJHawthorne James
Hawthorne James
Big Red
RF
Roy Fegan
Bird
TB
Troy Byer
Baby Doll
CBCarla Brothers
Carla Brothers
Tanya Sawyer
DLDeborah Lacey
Deborah Lacey
Rose

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The Five Heartbeats — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Five Heartbeats?

The Five Heartbeats isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Bulgaria, Canada and Cape Verde and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Five Heartbeats on Netflix?

No, The Five Heartbeats is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is The Five Heartbeats on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Five Heartbeats isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Five Heartbeats for free?

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