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Where to watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople(2016)

Movie · 2016 · 1h 41m · Adventure, Comedy, Drama

In the United States, Hunt for the Wilderpeople is available to stream on Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and Shout! Factory. It's also free on The Roku Channel, Plex, Plex Channel, Xumo Play, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

Where to stream Hunt for the Wilderpeople

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Hunt for the Wilderpeople plot summary

Nature just got gangster.

Ricky is a defiant young city kid who finds himself on the run with his cantankerous foster uncle in the wild New Zealand bush. A national manhunt ensues, and the two are forced to put aside their differences and work together to survive.

Details

Release date
January 22, 2016
Runtime
1h 41m
Genres
Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Directed by
Taika Waititi
Country
New Zealand, United Kingdom
TMDB rating
7.6 / 10 · 2,419 votes

Hunt for the Wilderpeople trailer

Cast

  • Sam NeillSam NeillHec
  • Julian DennisonJulian DennisonRicky
  • Rima Te WiataRima Te WiataBella
  • Rachel HouseRachel HousePaula
  • Tioreore Ngatai-MelbourneTioreore Ngatai-MelbourneKahu
  • Oscar KightleyOscar KightleyAndy
  • Stan WalkerStan WalkerRon
  • Mike MinogueMike MinogueJoe
  • Cohen HollowayCohen HollowayHugh
  • Rhys DarbyRhys DarbyPsycho Sam

FAQ

Where can I watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople?

In the United States, Hunt for the Wilderpeople is available to stream on Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and Shout! Factory. It's also free on The Roku Channel, Plex, Plex Channel, Xumo Play, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube.

Can I rent or buy Hunt for the Wilderpeople?

Yes. In the United States you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

How long is Hunt for the Wilderpeople?

Hunt for the Wilderpeople runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).

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