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The Post

7.020171h 56mMMovieDramaHistory

A cover-up that spanned four U.S. Presidents pushed the country's first female newspaper publisher and a hard-driving editor to join an unprecedented battle between journalist and government. Inspired by true events.

DirectorSteven Spielberg
WritersLiz Hannah·Josh Singer
ProducersJosh Singer·Tom Karnowski

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsSBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Steven Spielberg

MSMeryl Streep
Meryl Streep
Kay Graham
THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Ben Bradlee
SPSarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
Tony Bradlee
BOBob Odenkirk
Bob Odenkirk
Ben Bagdikian
TLTracy Letts
Tracy Letts
Fritz Beebe
BWBradley Whitford
Bradley Whitford
Arthur Parsons
BGBruce Greenwood
Bruce Greenwood
Robert McNamara
MRMatthew Rhys
Matthew Rhys
Daniel Ellsberg
ABAlison Brie
Alison Brie
Lally Graham
CCCarrie Coon
Carrie Coon
Meg Greenfield
JPJesse Plemons
Jesse Plemons
Roger Clark
DCDavid Cross
David Cross
Howard Simons

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The Post — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Post?

The Post is streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is The Post on Netflix?

Yes — The Post is available on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Post on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Post isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch The Post for free?

The Post is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.

Is The Post based on a true story?

Yes — The Post is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).