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The Way Way Back

7.120131h 43mMMovieComedyDrama

Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.

DirectorsJim Rash·Nat Faxon
WritersNat Faxon·Jim Rash
ProducersBen Nearn·Kevin J. Walsh

Where to watch

StanStan
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jim Rash

LJLiam James
Liam James
Duncan
SCSteve Carell
Steve Carell
Trent Ramsey
TCToni Collette
Toni Collette
Pam
ARAnnaSophia Robb
AnnaSophia Robb
Susanna Thompson
SRSam Rockwell
Sam Rockwell
Owen
AJAllison Janney
Allison Janney
Betty Thompson
MRMaya Rudolph
Maya Rudolph
Caitlyn
APAmanda Peet
Amanda Peet
Joan
RCRob Corddry
Rob Corddry
Kip
NFNat Faxon
Nat Faxon
Roddy
JRJim Rash
Jim Rash
Lewis
ZLZoe Levin
Zoe Levin
Steph

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The Way Way Back — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Way Way Back?

The Way Way Back is streaming on Stan in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Way Way Back on Netflix?

No, The Way Way Back is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Stan.

Is The Way Way Back on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Way Way Back isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Stan instead.

Where can I watch The Way Way Back for free?

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