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The Golden Compass

6.120071h 53mPG-13MovieAdventureFantasy

In a parallel universe, after overhearing a shocking secret, precocious orphan Lyra Belacqua trades her carefree existence roaming the halls of Jordan College for an otherworldly adventure in the far North, unaware that it's part of her destiny.

DirectorChris Weitz
WriterChris Weitz
ProducersBill Carraro·Deborah Forte

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Cast · Directed by Chris Weitz

DRDakota Blue Richards
Dakota Blue Richards
Lyra Belacqua
NKNicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman
Marisa Coulter
DCDaniel Craig
Daniel Craig
Lord Asriel
BWBen Walker
Ben Walker
Roger Parslow
FHFreddie Highmore
Freddie Highmore
Pantalaimon (voice)
IMIan McKellen
Ian McKellen
Iorek Byrnison (voice)
EGEva Green
Eva Green
Serafina Pekkala
JCJim Carter
Jim Carter
John Faa
TCTom Courtenay
Tom Courtenay
Farder Coram
IMIan McShane
Ian McShane
Ragnar Sturlusson (voice)
SESam Elliott
Sam Elliott
Lee Scoresby
CLChristopher Lee
Christopher Lee
First High Councilor

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The Golden Compass — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Golden Compass?

The Golden Compass is streaming on The Roku Channel, Plex and Plex Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Golden Compass on Netflix?

No, The Golden Compass is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on The Roku Channel and Plex.

Is The Golden Compass on Amazon Prime Video?

The Golden Compass isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Golden Compass for free?

The Golden Compass is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Plex in United States.