The Outlaw Michael Howe (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2013, The Outlaw Michael Howe is a drama and tv movie film directed by Brendan Cowell, running about 78 minutes. “Almost everyone here is, more or less, a villain.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 1814. Van Diemen’s Land, the notorious British penal colony, has dissolved into chaos. Outlaws roaming the wilderness have pushed the colonial government to breaking point. Driven by a deep sense of loyalty and an unquenchable hatred towards those he once served, English convict Michael Howe and a young aboriginal girl turn a desperate band of convicts, deserters and bushmen into a fearsome guerrilla army and lead them in open rebellion against the brutal, corrupt establishment. As the British hunt the outlaws, Howe remains an elusive prize. In desperation, the Governor makes the capture of Howe’s pregnant girl his priority. An epic story of love and betrayal, The Outlaw Michael Howe chronicles the astonishing true story of the man who pushed Australia to the brink of civil war.
Who’s in it. The Outlaw Michael Howe stars Damon Herriman as Michael Howe, Mirrah Foulkes as Maria Lord, Rarriwuy Hick as Mary and Matt Day as Magistrate Robert Knopwood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Outlaw Michael Howe has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Outlaw Michael Howe page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Outlaw Michael Howe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Outlaw Michael Howe (2013)?
- In AU, The Outlaw Michael Howe is available to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Outlaw Michael Howe worth watching?
- The Outlaw Michael Howe holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Outlaw Michael Howe?
- The Outlaw Michael Howe stars Damon Herriman, Mirrah Foulkes, Rarriwuy Hick, Matt Day and Darren Gilshenan.
- When was The Outlaw Michael Howe released?
- The Outlaw Michael Howe was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.