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Whale Rider

7.020031h 41mPGMovieDramaFamily

A contemporary story of love, rejection, and triumph as a young Māori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize.

DirectorNiki Caro
WritersNiki Caro·Witi Ihimaera
ProducersTim Sanders·Frank Hübner

Where to watch

NetflixNetflixStanStanNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsSBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Niki Caro

KCKeisha Castle-Hughes
Keisha Castle-Hughes
Paikea Apirana
RPRawiri Paratene
Rawiri Paratene
Koro
VHVicky Haughton
Vicky Haughton
Nanny Flowers
CCCliff Curtis
Cliff Curtis
Porourangi
GRGrant Roa
Grant Roa
Uncle Rawiri
MT
Mana Taumaunu
Hemi
RHRachel House
Rachel House
Shilo
TETaungaroa Emile
Taungaroa Emile
Willie
TDTammy Davis
Tammy Davis
Dog
MW
Mabel Wharekawa
Maka
RC
Rawinia Clarke
Miro
TS
Tahei Simpson
Miss Parata

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Whale Rider — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Whale Rider?

Whale Rider is streaming on Netflix, Stan and Netflix Standard in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is Whale Rider on Netflix?

Yes — Whale Rider is available on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Whale Rider on Amazon Prime Video?

Whale Rider isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Whale Rider for free?

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