Flirting (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6.8

Flirting poster

Released in 1991, Flirting is a drama and romance film directed by John Duigan, running about 99 minutes. “Here's to risks.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two freethinking teenagers - a boy and a girl - confront with authoritarian teachers in their boarding schools. The other students treat this differently.

Who’s in it. Flirting stars Noah Taylor as Danny Embling, Thandiwe Newton as Thandiwe Adjewa, Nicole Kidman as Nicola Radcliffe and Bartholomew Rose as 'Gilby' Fryer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Flirting has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flirting page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flirting tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flirting (1991)?
In GB, Flirting is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Flirting worth watching?
Flirting holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flirting?
Flirting stars Noah Taylor, Thandiwe Newton, Nicole Kidman, Bartholomew Rose and Felix Nobis.
When was Flirting released?
Flirting was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.