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The Offence

6.819731h 53mRMovieCrimeDramaThriller

A burned-out British police detective finally snaps while interrogating a suspected child molester.

DirectorSidney Lumet
WriterJohn Hopkins
ProducerDenis O'Dell

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Sidney Lumet

SCSean Connery
Sean Connery
Detective Sergeant Johnson
THTrevor Howard
Trevor Howard
Lieutenant Cartwright, Detective Superintendant
VMVivien Merchant
Vivien Merchant
Maureen Johnson
IBIan Bannen
Ian Bannen
Kenneth Baxter
PBPeter Bowles
Peter Bowles
Detective Inspector Cameron
DNDerek Newark
Derek Newark
Frank Jessard
RRRonald Radd
Ronald Radd
Lawson
JHJohn Hallam
John Hallam
Panton
AS
Anthony Sagar
Hill
MG
Maxine Gordon
Janie
HF
Hilda Fenemore
Woman on Common
CL
Cynthia Lund
Child at School

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The Offence — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Offence?

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

Is The Offence on Netflix?

No, The Offence is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on MGM.

Is The Offence on Amazon Prime Video?

The Offence 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 Offence for free?

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