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Backroads

6.319771h 1mMovieActionDrama

Two strangers – one white, one black – steal a car in western NSW and head for the coast. Jack is abrasive, cunning and disparaging about Aborigines. Gary doesn’t really care – he just wants to escape. En route, they pick up Gary’s Uncle…

DirectorPhillip Noyce
WritersJosephine Emery·Phillip Noyce
ProducersElizabeth Knight·Phillip Noyce

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

Backroads isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Phillip Noyce

BHBill Hunter
Bill Hunter
Jack
GF
Gary Foley
Gary
ZM
Zac Martin
Joe
TCTerry Camilleri
Terry Camilleri
Jean Claude
JMJulie McGregor
Julie McGregor
Anna
ECEssie Coffey
Essie Coffey
Aboriginal Woman
AP
Allan Penney
Shopkeeper

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Backroads — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Backroads?

Backroads isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Backroads on Netflix?

No, Backroads is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Backroads on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Backroads isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Backroads for free?

Backroads isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.