Knives Out (2019)
Knives Out is streaming in Australia on Stan.
The verdict
Knives Out has pulled the kind of numbers most English films never see. It carries a 7.8/10 on TMDB across 14,523 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 131 minutes. In Australia you can stream it on Stan.
Should you spend 2h 11m on it?
2h 11m of English comedy, leaning crime. With 14,523 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.8/10 that holds up over 14,523 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- you're in the mood for something with weight
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 11m |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy / Crime |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Rian Johnson
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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