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Waru

6.920171h 28mMovieDrama

Eight Māori female directors have each contributed a sequence to this powerful and challenging feature which unfolds around the tangi of a small boy who died at the hands of his caregiver.

DirectorsAinsley Gardiner·Chelsea Cohen
WritersAinsley Gardiner·Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu

Where to watch

Not available in India
Streaming in 12 other countries

Waru isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile and 8 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Ainsley Gardiner

THTanea Heke
Tanea Heke
Charm
RFRoimata Fox
Roimata Fox
Anahera
NM
Ngapaki Moetara
Mihi
ĀAĀwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Em
MWMaria Walker
Maria Walker
Kiritapu
KRKararaina Rangihau
Kararaina Rangihau
Ranui
MM
Merehaka Maaka
Hinga
AH
Acacia Hapi
Mere
AMAntonio Te Maioha
Antonio Te Maioha
Tapu
MMMiriama McDowell
Miriama McDowell
Bash
ACAmber Curreen
Amber Curreen
Titty
CHCohen Holloway
Cohen Holloway
Pierre

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Waru — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waru?

Waru isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Argentina, Australia and Canada and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Waru on Netflix?

No, Waru is not on Netflix in India as of August 2026.

Is Waru on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Waru isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch Waru for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for Waru?

Waru hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 7, 2017. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.