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The Sapphires

6.820121h 43m14AMovieComedyDrama

It's 1968, and four young, talented Australian Aboriginal girls learn about love, friendship, and war when they entertain the US troops in Vietnam as singing group The Sapphires.

DirectorWayne Blair
WritersTony Briggs·Keith Thompson
ProducersRosemary Blight·Kylie du Fresne

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Wayne Blair

COChris O'Dowd
Chris O'Dowd
Dave Lovelace
DMDeborah Mailman
Deborah Mailman
Gail
JMJessica Mauboy
Jessica Mauboy
Julie
SSShari Sebbens
Shari Sebbens
Kay
MTMiranda Tapsell
Miranda Tapsell
Cynthia
TKTory Kittles
Tory Kittles
Robby
DBDon Battee
Don Battee
Myron
EDEka Darville
Eka Darville
Hendo

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The Sapphires — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sapphires?

The Sapphires is streaming on Crave, Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on CosmoGo and YouTube. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sapphires on Netflix?

No, The Sapphires is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Crave and Hoopla.

Is The Sapphires on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Sapphires for free?

The Sapphires is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is The Sapphires based on a true story?

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