Where can I watch The Coolangatta Gold (1984)?

In AU, The Coolangatta Gold is available to stream on Foxtel Now. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is The Coolangatta Gold worth watching?

The Coolangatta Gold holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in The Coolangatta Gold?

The Coolangatta Gold stars Joss McWilliam, Colin Friels, Nick Tate, Josephine Smulders and Robyn Nevin.

When was The Coolangatta Gold released?

The Coolangatta Gold was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.

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The Coolangatta Gold (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1984, The Coolangatta Gold is a drama film directed by Igor Auzins, running about 113 minutes. “Brother against brother, father against son. All competing for...THE COOLANGATTA GOLD!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Steve Lucas is a nineteen year old who is filled with the burning resentment of being forced to live in his brother's shadow. His brother Adam, is burdened by his father's desire for glory, and must win The Coolangatta Gold Tri-Aquathon, It is the greatest endurance test of them all: a marathon involving a 20 kilometer beach run, 6 kilometer swim and a 17 kilometer surf ski from Surfers Paradise along the golden arc of beach to Coolangatta and back to the start. The Coolangatta Gold is a story of human endeavor and endurance against overwhelming odds.

Who’s in it. The Coolangatta Gold stars Joss McWilliam as Steve Lucas, Colin Friels as Adam Lucas, Nick Tate as Joe Lucas and Josephine Smulders as Kerri Dean, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Coolangatta Gold has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Foxtel Now. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Coolangatta Gold page.

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

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Coolangatta Gold (1984)?: In AU, The Coolangatta Gold is available to stream on Foxtel Now. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Coolangatta Gold worth watching?: The Coolangatta Gold holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Coolangatta Gold?: The Coolangatta Gold stars Joss McWilliam, Colin Friels, Nick Tate, Josephine Smulders and Robyn Nevin.
When was The Coolangatta Gold released?: The Coolangatta Gold was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.