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The Old Settler

3.820011h 27mMovieDramaRomance

The Old Settler is the story of two middle-aged sisters, Elizabeth and Quilly, who share an apartment in Harlem in 1943. The sisters quarrel amiably, but they share a wounded history that becomes revealed as the tale unfolds. An earnest…

DirectorDebbie Allen
WriterJohn Henry Redwood

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Cast · Directed by Debbie Allen

PRPhylicia Rashād
Phylicia Rashād
Elizabeth Barney
DADebbie Allen
Debbie Allen
Quilly McGrath
BRBumper Robinson
Bumper Robinson
Husband
CFCrystal R. Fox
Crystal R. Fox
Lou Bessie / Charmaine (as Crystal Fox)
BDBebe Drake
Bebe Drake
Geneva
RGRandy J. Goodwin
Randy J. Goodwin
Bucket
EREartha Robinson
Eartha Robinson
Lula Mae
EJElla Joyce
Ella Joyce
Waitress
PMPaul Mooney
Paul Mooney
Man at Counter
MRMichael Ralph
Michael Ralph
Speaker
SS
Steven Smith
Herman

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The Old Settler — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Old Settler?

The Old Settler isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Old Settler on Netflix?

No, The Old Settler is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Old Settler on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Old Settler isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Old Settler for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Old Settler?

The Old Settler hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 13, 2001. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.