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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.

DirectorsBriar Grace Smith·Casey Kaa
WritersBriar Grace Smith·Casey Kaa

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Cast · Directed by Briar Grace Smith

Tanea Heke
Tanea Heke
Charm
Roimata Fox
Roimata Fox
Anahera
Ngapaki Moetara
Ngapaki Moetara
Mihi
Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby
Em
Maria Walker
Maria Walker
Kiritapu
Kararaina Rangihau
Kararaina Rangihau
Ranui
Merehaka Maaka
Merehaka Maaka
Hinga
Acacia Hapi
Acacia Hapi
Mere
Antonio Te Maioha
Antonio Te Maioha
Tapu
Miriama McDowell
Miriama McDowell
Bash
Amber Curreen
Amber Curreen
Titty
Cohen Holloway
Cohen Holloway
Pierre

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Waru — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waru?

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

Is Waru on Netflix?

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

Is Waru on Amazon Prime Video?

Waru 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 Waru for free?

Waru is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fandango at Home Free in United States.