Scarface (1984)
Scarface is streaming in Australia on Netflix, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Scarface ranked near the top of that week's English film crop. It holds an 8.2/10 on TMDB from 13,457 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. At 170 minutes it's a long sit, so save it for when you've got the evening. In Australia you can stream it on Netflix, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 50m on it?
2h 50m of English action with a crime streak. That score holds across 13,457 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
Don't watch this if…
- you've only got a couple of hours. It needs 2h 50m
- kids are in the room. This one is rated R 18+
- Why
- It rates 8.2/10 across 13,457 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you don't have a clear three hours
- Best for
- A free weekend evening
Story
After getting a green card in exchange for assassinating a Cuban government official, Tony Montana stakes a claim on the drug trade in Miami. Viciously murdering anyone who stands in his way, Tony eventually becomes the biggest drug lord in the state, controlling nearly all the cocaine that comes through Miami. But increased pressure from the police, wars with Colombian drug cartels and his own drug-fueled paranoia serve to fuel the flames of his eventual downfall.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 50m — long |
| Watch with family? | R 18+ · Adults only |
| Genre | Action / Crime |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Brian De Palma
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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