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The Main Event

5.319791h 52mPGMovieComedyRomance

A bankrupt entrepreneur attempts to recoup some of her losses by getting a washed-out boxer she picked up as a tax loss back into the ring — an idea her protégé isn't fond of.

DirectorHoward Zieff
WritersAndrew Smith·Gail Parent
ProducersJon Peters·Barbra Streisand

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Howard Zieff

BSBarbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand
Hillary Kramer
RORyan O'Neal
Ryan O'Neal
Eddie "Kid Natural" Scanlon
PSPaul Sand
Paul Sand
David
WMWhitman Mayo
Whitman Mayo
Percy
PDPatti D'Arbanville
Patti D'Arbanville
Donna
CMChu Chu Malave
Chu Chu Malave
Luis
RLRichard Lawson
Richard Lawson
Hector Mantilla
JGJames Gregory
James Gregory
Gough
RA
Richard Altman
Tour Guide
SB
Seth Banks
Newsman
LBLindsay Bloom
Lindsay Bloom
Girl In Bed
EBEarl Boen
Earl Boen
Nose - Kline

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The Main Event — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Main Event?

The Main Event is streaming on HBO Max in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Main Event on Netflix?

No, The Main Event is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is The Main Event on Amazon Prime Video?

The Main Event 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 Main Event for free?

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