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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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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Phillip Noyce

Bill Hunter
Bill Hunter
Jack
Gary Foley
Gary Foley
Gary
Zac Martin
Zac Martin
Joe
Terry Camilleri
Terry Camilleri
Jean Claude
Julie McGregor
Julie McGregor
Anna
Essie Coffey
Essie Coffey
Aboriginal Woman
Allan Penney
Allan Penney
Shopkeeper

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Backroads — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Backroads?

Backroads is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Backroads on Netflix?

No, Backroads is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Backroads on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Backroads isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Backroads for free?

Backroads is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.