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The Zoo Story

19611h MovieDramaTV Movie

Peter and Jerry meet on a park bench in New York City's Central Park. Peter is a wealthy publishing executive with a wife, two daughters, two cats, and two parakeets. Jerry is an isolated and disheartened man, desperate to have a…

DirectorHenry Kaplan
WriterEdward Albee

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Cast · Directed by Henry Kaplan

PSPeter Sallis
Peter Sallis
Peter
KHKenneth Haigh
Kenneth Haigh
Jerry

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The Zoo Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Zoo Story?

The Zoo Story isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Zoo Story on Netflix?

No, The Zoo Story is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Zoo Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Zoo Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Zoo Story for free?

The Zoo Story isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Zoo Story?

The Zoo Story hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 2, 1961. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.