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What About Sal?

6.020241h 37mMMovieDrama

With his mother dying of lung cancer, Sal, in his 30's and with Down Syndrome, embarks on a journey to find his father - a rock band singer that his mother had a one-night stand with - 30 years ago.

DirectorJohn Jarratt
WriterJohn Jarratt
ProducersLewis Khan·Niika Daria

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Jarratt

GOGerard O'Dwyer
Gerard O'Dwyer
Sal
JJJohn Jarratt
John Jarratt
Tommy
KFKaarin Fairfax
Kaarin Fairfax
Sophie
LFLewis Fitz-Gerald
Lewis Fitz-Gerald
Geoff
PHPeter Hehir
Peter Hehir
Dr. O'Hara
JB
Justin Banks
Constable Gary
CB
Chad R. Bennett
Marley
DC
Dominic Cabusi
Bass Player
SF
Sarah Foukas
Dr. 2
PH
Pearl Herbert
Pearl
RH
Ric Herbert
Herbie
CKCamilla Ah Kin
Camilla Ah Kin
Suzanna

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What About Sal? — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What About Sal??

What About Sal? is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is What About Sal? on Netflix?

Yes — What About Sal? is available on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

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What About Sal? isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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What About Sal? is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.