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The Golden Compass

6.120071h 53mPGMovieAdventureFantasy

In a parallel universe, after overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.

DirectorChris Weitz
WriterChris Weitz
ProducersBill Carraro·Deborah Forte

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chris Weitz

DRDakota Blue Richards
Dakota Blue Richards
Lyra Belacqua
NKNicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman
Marisa Coulter
DCDaniel Craig
Daniel Craig
Lord Asriel
BWBen Walker
Ben Walker
Roger Parslow
FHFreddie Highmore
Freddie Highmore
Pantalaimon (voice)
IMIan McKellen
Ian McKellen
Iorek Byrnison (voice)
EGEva Green
Eva Green
Serafina Pekkala
JCJim Carter
Jim Carter
John Faa
TCTom Courtenay
Tom Courtenay
Farder Coram
IMIan McShane
Ian McShane
Ragnar Sturlusson (voice)
SESam Elliott
Sam Elliott
Lee Scoresby
CLChristopher Lee
Christopher Lee
First High Councilor

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The Golden Compass — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Golden Compass?

The Golden Compass isn't on any subscription service in Australia right now, but you can rent or buy it on JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Golden Compass on Netflix?

No, The Golden Compass is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is The Golden Compass on Amazon Prime Video?

The Golden Compass isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Golden Compass for free?

The Golden Compass isn't available free in Australia; you can only rent or buy it on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.