The Back of Beyond (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1954, The Back of Beyond is a documentary film directed by John Heyer, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. This 1954 classic follows an outback mailman as he travels along the Birdsville Track.
Who’s in it. The Back of Beyond stars Tom Kruse as Self, William Henry Butler as Self, Old Joe the Rainmaker as Self and The Oldfields Of Etadunna as Themselves, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Back of Beyond has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Back of Beyond page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Back of Beyond tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Back of Beyond (1954)?
- In US, The Back of Beyond is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Back of Beyond worth watching?
- The Back of Beyond holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Back of Beyond?
- The Back of Beyond stars Tom Kruse, William Henry Butler, Old Joe the Rainmaker, The Oldfields Of Etadunna and Bejah.
- When was The Back of Beyond released?
- The Back of Beyond was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.