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The Cry

6.620181 seasonMTV SeriesDramaMystery

The disappearance of a baby from a small coastal town in Australia is the catalyst for a journey into the disintegrating psychology of a young couple as they deal with an unthinkable tragedy under both the white light of public scrutiny and behind closed doors.

WriterJacquelin Perske
ProducersStuart Menzies·Brian Kaczynski

Where to watch

NetflixNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoStanStanNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsABC iviewABC iview
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Sep 30, 2018 8.7
E2
Episode 2
Oct 7, 2018 8.7
E3
Episode 3
Oct 14, 2018 8.7
E4
Episode 4
Oct 21, 2018 8.7

Cast

JCJenna Coleman
Jenna Coleman
Joanna
ELEwen Leslie
Ewen Leslie
Alistair
AKAsher Keddie
Asher Keddie
Alexandra
MKMarkella Kavenagh
Markella Kavenagh
Chloe
SGStella Gonet
Stella Gonet
Elizabeth
SCSophie Kennedy Clark
Sophie Kennedy Clark
Kirsty
SCShareena Clanton
Shareena Clanton
Detective Lorna Jones
ADAlex Dimitriades
Alex Dimitriades
Detective Peter Alexiades
SMShauna Macdonald
Shauna Macdonald
Dr. Wallace
DEDavid Elliot
David Elliot
Henry McCallum
KDKate Dickie
Kate Dickie
Morven Davis
MAMoyo Akandé
Moyo Akandé
Defense Lawyer

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The Cry — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Cry?

The Cry is streaming on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Stan in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.

Is The Cry on Netflix?

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

Is The Cry on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Cry is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Cry for free?

The Cry is available to stream free (with ads) on ABC iview in Australia.

How many seasons are in The Cry?

The Cry has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of The Cry out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The Cry are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Cry?

No — The Cry ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.