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The Sapphires

6.820121h 43mPG-13MovieComedyDrama

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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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 Howdy, Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sapphires on Netflix?

No, The Sapphires is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Howdy and Kanopy.

Is The Sapphires on Amazon Prime Video?

The Sapphires 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 Sapphires for free?

The Sapphires is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

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).