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The Merchant of Venice

8.519732h 11mMovieDramaTV Movie

An Edwardian take on the Shakespeare play starring Laurence Olivier.

DirectorJohn Sichel
WriterJohn Sichel
ProducerCecil Clarke

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Merchant of Venice isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Guernsey, United Kingdom, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Sichel

LOLaurence Olivier
Laurence Olivier
Shylock
JPJoan Plowright
Joan Plowright
Portia
JBJeremy Brett
Jeremy Brett
Bassanio
MJMichael Jayston
Michael Jayston
Gratiano
ANAnthony Nicholls
Anthony Nicholls
Antonio
AC
Anna Carteret
Nerissa
LP
Louise Purnell
Jessica
MR
Malcolm Reid
Lorenzo
CKCharles Kay
Charles Kay
Prince of Aragon
BWBenjamin Whitrow
Benjamin Whitrow
Duke of Venice
SGStephen Greif
Stephen Greif
Prince of Morocco
KM
Kenneth MacKintosh
Tubal

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The Merchant of Venice — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Merchant of Venice?

The Merchant of Venice isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in United Kingdom, Guernsey and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Merchant of Venice on Netflix?

No, The Merchant of Venice is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Merchant of Venice on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Merchant of Venice isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Merchant of Venice for free?

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