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Whina

7.620221h 52mMMovieDramaHistory

The story of Dame Whina Cooper, the beloved Māori matriarch who worked tirelessly to improve the rights of her people, especially women. Flawed yet resilient, Whina tells the story of a woman formed by tradition, compelled by innovation,…

DirectorsJames Napier Robertson·Paula Whetu Jones
WritersJames Lucas·James Napier Robertson
ProducersFraser Brown·Mark Gooder

Where to watch

NetflixNetflixBeamafilmBeamafilmNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by James Napier Robertson

RORena Owen
Rena Owen
Older Whina Cooper
JRJames Rolleston
James Rolleston
Gabriel
WHWayne Hapi
Wayne Hapi
Heremia Te Wake
ESErroll Shand
Erroll Shand
Father Mulder
VBVinnie Bennett
Vinnie Bennett
William Cooper
TNTioreore Ngatai-Melbourne
Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne
Teenage Whina Cooper
JDJayden Daniels
Jayden Daniels
Cyril
MMMiriama McDowell
Miriama McDowell
Younger Whina Cooper
KKKali Kopae
Kali Kopae
Mira Szászy
SVSarah Valentine
Sarah Valentine
Elaine
BRBriar Rose
Briar Rose
Stacey
APAwa Puna
Awa Puna
Pattie

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Whina — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Whina?

Whina is streaming on Netflix, Beamafilm and Netflix Standard in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store.

Is Whina on Netflix?

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

Is Whina on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Whina for free?

Whina is available on Netflix and Beamafilm in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Whina based on a true story?

Yes — Whina is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).