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Waiting for Fidel

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This feature-length documentary from 1974 takes viewers inside Fidel Castro's Cuba. A movie-making threesome hope that Fidel himself will star in their film. The unusual crew consists of former Newfoundland premier Joseph Smallwood, radio…

DirectorMichael Rubbo
ProducersMichael Rubbo·Tom Daly

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael Rubbo

GSGeoff Stirling
Geoff Stirling
Self
FCFidel Castro
Fidel Castro
Self
EHErich Honecker
Erich Honecker
Self
BO
Bernabe Ordez
Self
MRMichael Rubbo
Michael Rubbo
Self
JSJoey Smallwood
Joey Smallwood
Self

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Waiting for Fidel — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waiting for Fidel?

Waiting for Fidel is streaming on Filmzie in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Waiting for Fidel on Netflix?

No, Waiting for Fidel is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Filmzie.

Is Waiting for Fidel on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Waiting for Fidel isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Filmzie instead.

Where can I watch Waiting for Fidel for free?

Waiting for Fidel is available to stream free (with ads) on Filmzie in Australia.