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What We Wished We Could Be

202421mMovieDrama

A couple affected by the contaminated blood scandal face a difficult decision when an offer of life-saving treatment threatens their dreams for the future.

DirectorLuke Shelley
WritersJenna-Louise Hawkins·Luke Shelley
ProducersSophie Stacey·Chris Overton

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FilmzieFilmzie
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Luke Shelley

JMJamie Muscato
Jamie Muscato
Aidan
ALAnoushka Lucas
Anoushka Lucas
Charlotte

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What We Wished We Could Be — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What We Wished We Could Be?

What We Wished We Could Be is streaming on Filmzie in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is What We Wished We Could Be on Netflix?

No, What We Wished We Could Be is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Filmzie.

Is What We Wished We Could Be on Amazon Prime Video?

No, What We Wished We Could Be isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Filmzie instead.

Where can I watch What We Wished We Could Be for free?

What We Wished We Could Be is available to stream free (with ads) on Filmzie in Australia.