How to watch The Woman King in Australia


How to watch The Woman King in Australia
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The story of the most exceptional female warriors to ever live has been adapted for the big screen with the 2022 film The Woman King. Starring Viola Davis as a general who trains young female warriors to be the fiercest fighters in the kingdom, this historical epic is inspired by the history of the Agojie, the all-female unit that served as protectors of the West African kingdom of Dahomey from the 17th to 19th centuries.

Making its streaming TV debut in May, find out how to watch the movie online using this guide.

What’s in this Guide?

The Woman King preview

In this emotionally epic journey, Oscar winner Viola Davis plays General Nanisca, the leader of the all-female unit of warriors protecting their kingdom. The threat of a foreign enemy determined to eliminate their heritage and destroy their way of life has the kingdom of Dahomey preparing for an all-out war. Tasked to train the next generation of female warriors is General Nanisca herself. Armed with exceptional skills and a fierceness unlike anything witnessed in history, they become their kingdom’s formidable line of defense.

Inspired by true events, the 2022 film is a remarkable story of the female warriors who shielded their home and fought against foreign invaders. It is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood from a story developed by Maria Bello and Dana Stevens. Praised for its performances and action sequences, The Woman King works as both a historical epic and an action-packed treat for fans of both genres.

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The Woman King release date

The movie hit Australian cinemas last 27th October 2022. Several months after its theatrical run, it has been confirmed that the Viola Davis-starrer will make its streaming premiere on Foxtel, Amazon Prime Video and BINGE, with the movie airing on these services from 20th May 2023. For The Woman King showtimes on Foxtel, you can check the Foxtel TV guide to confirm programming.

MovieRun TimeStreaming Services
The Woman King2h 15mFoxtel Now / Prime Video / BINGE
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The Woman King trailer

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What other streaming services are The Woman King on?

The movie is set to debut on Foxtel, Amazon Prime Video, and BINGE. As of this writing, they’ve been the only streaming TV platforms to confirm the film’s premiere on their services.

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How to watch The Woman King on Foxtel Now

In Australia, the 2022 film will launch Foxtel, specifically on Movies Premiere. With Foxtel’s latest offers and deals, new customers can even save for up to 12 months on plan fees.

You can also watch the movie when you sign up for Foxtel’s streaming service, Foxtel Now. Even easier for new customers, Foxtel still offers a free 10-day trial to access everything on its platform. After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now base pack, called the Essentials pack, is only $25 per month.

Premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan. You’ll need to sign up for the Movies Package to access Foxtel’s movie channels.

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How to watch The Woman King on Prime Video

The historical action film streams on Prime Video from 20 May 2023. Fortunately, Prime still offers a 30-day free trial, which is quite a generous entry point to check out Amazon. Once you have had your fill for a month, you can decide to renew or cancel your subscription.

In Australia, plans for the Amazon Prime streaming service are available for as low as $9.99 per month. What’s more, it is a part of the larger Prime membership that includes shopping and other valuable goodies. If you want to save, the annual plan works out to be cheaper with a $79 membership for 12 months.

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How to watch The Woman King on BINGE

Another option to stream the movie is on BINGE. Fortunately, they still offer a 14-day free trial, so new customers can explore heaps of shows and movies before signing up.

You can then choose from three streaming tiers to watch the best BINGE movies on demand. A Basic with Ads plan costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in HD on one device. An ad-free Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to enjoy standard or high definition on two devices.

The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free with no lock-in contract.

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Cast of The Woman King

Viola Davis headlines the 2022 historical action drama as lead protagonist General Nanisca. In addition to Davis, the movie also features a dynamic line-up that includes Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, and John Boyega. Check out the complete main cast of The Woman King below.

  • Viola Davis as General Nanisca
  • Thuso Mbedu as Nawi
  • Lashana Lynch as Izogie
  • Sheila Atim as Amenza
  • Wanda Banda as Young Nanisca
  • Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Santo Ferreira
  • John Boyega as King Ghezo
  • Jordan Bolger as Malik
  • Jimmy Odukoya as General Oba Ade
  • Joel Mukadi as Young Oba

Other movies on streaming TV you might like

The Foxtel Now and BINGE libraries offer a wide range of classic films, the latest blockbusters, and the best shows on TV, which you can explore by checking out what’s on BINGE.

When it comes to streaming awesome content, you can find similar titles when exploring what’s on Foxtel as well, since both streaming services mostly have the same TV show and movie catalogue.

Then there’s Amazon Prime Video which also offers heaps of exciting content and a growing list of originals. Find out what’s on Amazon Prime this month to browse more titles. 

Moreover, new titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. These include box office hits like The Batman, The Lost City, and Sonic Hedgehog 2. We have made a few more suggestions if you’re wondering what to watch now. Check them out below.

Supported streaming devices

The following is a list of compatible devices for streaming TV shows and movies on Foxtel (via Foxtel GO), Prime Video, and BINGE.