Southland's Home (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2019, Southland's Home is a notable film directed by Alice Ralston, running about 14 minutes. “1972, rural New Zealand. A timid teenager is sent away to serve time in a decrepit girl’s home... But why is she there?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Southland’s Home is a quirky, dark comedy set in rural Southland, 1972. Nell is a timid teenager who ends up a resident at a Home for disturbed young women… but why is she there? The last of its kind, the home is downtrodden and neglected, like the girls who inhabit it. As Nell navigates the politics and danger of her new surroundings, she must also confront what brought her there, and what will set her free. Southland’s Home is a tale of friendship, illness and recovery, all under one hormonal roof.
Who’s in it. Southland's Home stars Erana James as Nell, Jean Sergent as Joy, Megan Prentice as Morag and Hannah Durojaiye as Josephine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Southland's Home sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Southland's Home page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Southland's Home (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Southland's Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Southland's Home worth watching?
- Southland's Home holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Southland's Home?
- Southland's Home stars Erana James, Jean Sergent, Megan Prentice, Hannah Durojaiye and Talia Brewer.
- When was Southland's Home released?
- Southland's Home was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.