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The Velvet Underground

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Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.

DirectorTodd Haynes
WriterTodd Haynes
ProducersJohn Sloss·Carolyn Hepburn

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Todd Haynes

LRLou Reed
Lou Reed
Self (archive footage)
JCJohn Cale
John Cale
Self
SMSterling Morrison
Sterling Morrison
Self (archive footage)
MTMaureen Tucker
Maureen Tucker
Self
JMJonas Mekas
Jonas Mekas
Self
JRJonathan Richman
Jonathan Richman
Self
JWJohn Waters
John Waters
Self
NNico
Nico
Self (archive footage)
DBDavid Bowie
David Bowie
Self (voice)
DY
Doug Yule
Self (archive footage)
DFDanny Fields
Danny Fields
Self
LYLa Monte Young
La Monte Young
Self

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The Velvet Underground — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Velvet Underground?

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

Is The Velvet Underground on Netflix?

No, The Velvet Underground is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Apple TV.

Is The Velvet Underground on Amazon Prime Video?

The Velvet Underground 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 Velvet Underground for free?

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

Is The Velvet Underground based on a true story?

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