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The Thorn Birds

7.219831 seasonTV-PGTV SeriesDrama

Follows the Cleary family over several decades, focusing on the central, tragic romance between Meggie and Father Ralph, who is torn between his vows and his love for her.

WriterLee Stanley
ProducersDavid L. Wolper·Edward Lewis

Where to watch

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1
Mar 27, 1983 9.0
E2
Part 2
Mar 28, 1983 8.8
E3
Part 3
Mar 29, 1983 8.8
E4
Part 4
Mar 30, 1983 8.8

Cast

RCRichard Chamberlain
Richard Chamberlain
Ralph de Bricassart
RWRachel Ward
Rachel Ward
Meggie Cleary
CPChristopher Plummer
Christopher Plummer
Archbishop Vittorio Contini-Verchese
BBBryan Brown
Bryan Brown
Luke O'Neill
BCBrett Cullen
Brett Cullen
Bob Cleary
SFStephanie Faracy
Stephanie Faracy
Judy
BCBarry Corbin
Barry Corbin
Pete
JLJohn de Lancie
John de Lancie
Alastair MacQueen
BSBarbara Stanwyck
Barbara Stanwyck
Mary Carson

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The Thorn Birds — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thorn Birds?

The Thorn Birds isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Thorn Birds on Netflix?

No, The Thorn Birds is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

Is The Thorn Birds on Amazon Prime Video?

The Thorn Birds 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 Thorn Birds for free?

The Thorn Birds isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

How many seasons are in The Thorn Birds?

The Thorn Birds has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 1983.

Are all episodes of The Thorn Birds out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The Thorn Birds are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Thorn Birds?

No — The Thorn Birds ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is The Thorn Birds based on?

The Thorn Birds is based on The Thorn Birds by Colleen McCullough.