Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Raiders of the Lost Ark is streaming in Australia on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Foxtel Now.
The verdict
Raiders of the Lost Ark stood out as one of the better-rated English films of its release window. It's sitting at 7.9/10 on TMDB across 14,019 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 115-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In Australia you can stream it on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Foxtel Now.
Should you spend 1h 55m on it?
1h 55m of English adventure, leaning action, fine for the whole family. With 14,019 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- A 7.9/10 that holds up over 14,019 ratings, which puts it at the top of the current list.
- Skip if
- sprawling quest structure isn't what you're after
- Best for
- An evening with the household together
Story
When Dr. Indiana Jones – the tweed-suited professor who just happens to be a celebrated archaeologist – is hired by the government to locate the legendary Ark of the Covenant, he finds himself up against the entire Nazi regime.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 55m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Adventure / Action |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Steven Spielberg
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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