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Waru

7.120171h 28mMovieDrama

Eight Māori female directors have each contributed a sequence to this powerful and challenging feature which unfolds around the tangi of a small boy who died at the hands of his caregiver.

DirectorsAinsley Gardiner·Chelsea Cohen
WritersAinsley Gardiner·Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu

Where to watch

BeamafilmBeamafilmSBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ainsley Gardiner

THTanea Heke
Tanea Heke
Charm
RFRoimata Fox
Roimata Fox
Anahera
NM
Ngapaki Moetara
Mihi
ĀAĀwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Em
MWMaria Walker
Maria Walker
Kiritapu
KRKararaina Rangihau
Kararaina Rangihau
Ranui
MM
Merehaka Maaka
Hinga
AH
Acacia Hapi
Mere
AMAntonio Te Maioha
Antonio Te Maioha
Tapu
MMMiriama McDowell
Miriama McDowell
Bash
ACAmber Curreen
Amber Curreen
Titty
CHCohen Holloway
Cohen Holloway
Pierre

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Waru — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waru?

Waru is streaming on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Waru on Netflix?

No, Waru is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand.

Is Waru on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Waru isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Beamafilm and SBS On Demand instead.

Where can I watch Waru for free?

Waru is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.