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The Banjo and the Bard

8.0198857mMovieDocumentaryComedy

A docudrama exploring the rivalry between bush poets A.B. "Banjo" Paterson and Henry Lawson, set in contemporary Australia.

DirectorBill Bennett
WriterBill Bennett

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Cast · Directed by Bill Bennett

LFLewis Fitz-Gerald
Lewis Fitz-Gerald
Banjo Paterson
BH
Brendan Higgins
Henry Lawson
APAnna Phillips
Anna Phillips
Louisa
DW
Duncan Wass
Archibald
BBBob Baines
Bob Baines
Robertson
HM
Helen Mutkins
Bertha

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The Banjo and the Bard — streaming FAQ

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The Banjo and the Bard isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Banjo and the Bard on Netflix?

No, The Banjo and the Bard is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Banjo and the Bard on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Banjo and the Bard isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Banjo and the Bard for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for The Banjo and the Bard?

The Banjo and the Bard hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around September 26, 1988. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.