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The Secret River

7.120151 seasonTV SeriesDrama

In 1806, William Thornhill is sentenced to New South Wales for life where he is drawn into a terrifying conflict that will leave a bloody and indelible stain.

DirectorDaina Reid
WritersJan Sardi·Mac Gudgeon
ProducersStephen Luby·Sue Masters

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jun 14, 2015 4.0
E2
Episode 2
Jun 21, 2015 7.0

Cast · Directed by Daina Reid

OJOliver Jackson-Cohen
Oliver Jackson-Cohen
William Thornhill
SSSarah Snook
Sarah Snook
Sal Thornhill
LHLachy Hulme
Lachy Hulme
Thomas Blackwood
TMTim Minchin
Tim Minchin
Smasher
TJTrevor Jamieson
Trevor Jamieson
Gumang / Grey Beard
RPRory Potter
Rory Potter
Willie Thornhill
FSFinn Scicluna-O'Prey
Finn Scicluna-O'Prey
Dickie Thornhill
KKKatherine Kelly
Katherine Kelly
Mrs. Webb
HHHuw Higginson
Huw Higginson
Alexander King
SJSamuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson
Saggity
RMRhys Muldoon
Rhys Muldoon
Lord Loveday
GLGeneviève Lemon
Geneviève Lemon
Mrs. Herring

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The Secret River — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Secret River?

The Secret River is streaming on Plex in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Secret River on Netflix?

No, The Secret River is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is The Secret River on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Secret River isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch The Secret River for free?

The Secret River is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The Secret River?

The Secret River has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2015.

Are all episodes of The Secret River out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of The Secret River are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Secret River?

No — The Secret River ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.