Where to stream

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

Where to watch

Hoopla

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Briar Grace Smith

Tanea Heke

Roimata Fox

Ngapaki Moetara

Ngapaki Moetara

Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby

Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby

Maria Walker

Kararaina Rangihau

Kararaina Rangihau

Merehaka Maaka

Acacia Hapi

Antonio Te Maioha

Antonio Te Maioha

Miriama McDowell

Miriama McDowell

Amber Curreen

Cohen Holloway

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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.