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The Searchers

7.719561h 59mNRMovieWestern

As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.

DirectorJohn Ford
WriterFrank S. Nugent
ProducersC.V. Whitney·Merian C. Cooper

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Cast · Directed by John Ford

JWJohn Wayne
John Wayne
Ethan Edwards
JHJeffrey Hunter
Jeffrey Hunter
Martin Pawley
VMVera Miles
Vera Miles
Laurie Jorgensen
WBWard Bond
Ward Bond
Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton
NWNatalie Wood
Natalie Wood
Debbie Edwards
JQJohn Qualen
John Qualen
Lars Jorgensen
OCOlive Carey
Olive Carey
Mrs. Jorgensen
HBHenry Brandon
Henry Brandon
Chief Cicatriz (Scar)
KCKen Curtis
Ken Curtis
Charlie McCorry
HJHarry Carey Jr.
Harry Carey Jr.
Brad Jorgensen
AMAntonio Moreno
Antonio Moreno
Emilio Gabriel Fernandez y Figueroa
HWHank Worden
Hank Worden
Mose Harper

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The Searchers — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Searchers?

The Searchers 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 Searchers on Netflix?

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

Is The Searchers on Amazon Prime Video?

The Searchers 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 Searchers for free?

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