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The Woman King

7.620222h 15mMMovieActionDramaHistory

The story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen, and General Nanisca as she trains the next generation…

DirectorGina Prince-Bythewood
WritersMaria Bello·Dana Stevens
ProducersCathy Schulman·Viola Davis

Where to watch

BINGEBINGEFoxtel NowFoxtel NowStanStan
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood

VDViola Davis
Viola Davis
Nanisca
TMThuso Mbedu
Thuso Mbedu
Nawi
LLLashana Lynch
Lashana Lynch
Izogie
SASheila Atim
Sheila Atim
Amenza
JBJohn Boyega
John Boyega
King Ghezo
JBJordan Bolger
Jordan Bolger
Malik
HTHero Fiennes Tiffin
Hero Fiennes Tiffin
Santo Ferreira
JOJimmy Odukoya
Jimmy Odukoya
Oba Ade
MBMasali Baduza
Masali Baduza
Fumbe
JLJayme Lawson
Jayme Lawson
Shante
AWAdrienne Warren
Adrienne Warren
Ode
CUChioma Antoinette Umeala
Chioma Antoinette Umeala
Tara

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The Woman King — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Woman King?

The Woman King is streaming on BINGE, Foxtel Now and Stan in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Woman King on Netflix?

No, The Woman King is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on BINGE and Foxtel Now.

Is The Woman King on Amazon Prime Video?

The Woman King 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 Woman King for free?

The Woman King is available on BINGE and Foxtel Now in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Woman King based on a true story?

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