The Shiralee (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1957, The Shiralee is a drama film directed by Leslie Norman, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. An Australian "swagman" finds his wife with another man, so he takes the daughter, Buster, with him. On the road together, going from town to town and from farm to farm, father and daughter explore new depths of understanding and bonding.
Who’s in it. The Shiralee stars Peter Finch as Macauley, Dana Wilson as Buster, Elizabeth Sellars as Marge and George Rose as Donny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Shiralee has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shiralee page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shiralee tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shiralee (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shiralee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shiralee worth watching?
- The Shiralee holds an audience score of 5.8 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 Shiralee?
- The Shiralee stars Peter Finch, Dana Wilson, Elizabeth Sellars, George Rose and Rosemary Harris.
- When was The Shiralee released?
- The Shiralee was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.