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Movie · 1996 · 105 min

Shine (1996)

“A true story of the mystery of music and the miracle of love”

7.4/10 · 731 votes
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Shine is a 1996 movie (Drama). Shine was directed by Scott Hicks. Shine runs 105 minutes. It has an average rating of 7.4/10 from 731 viewers. In United States, you can watch Shine on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Where can I watch Shine

📍 United States

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Streaming services that carry Shine, and the countries where you can watch it:

Rakuten TV 4 countries

Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden

Amazon Prime Video 3 countries

Australia, Spain, France

Amazon Prime Video with Ads 3 countries

Australia, Spain, France

Cineasterna 3 countries

Finland, Norway, Sweden

Beamafilm 2 countries

Australia, New Zealand

Curzon Amazon Channel 2 countries

United Kingdom, Guernsey

Foxtel Now 1 countries

Australia

ABC iview 1 countries

Australia

Filmstriben 1 countries

Denmark

Tivify 1 countries

Spain

Plot

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

Trailer

Shine — Trailer

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Tags

#australia#letter#child prodigy#biography#jumping#pianist#concert hall#breakdown#piano#1950s#1960s#adelaide

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shine?

In United States, you can watch Shine on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Shine?

The main cast of Shine includes Geoffrey Rush, Noah Taylor, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Lynn Redgrave and Googie Withers.

Who directed Shine?

Shine was directed by Scott Hicks.

When was Shine released?

Shine was released on August 15, 1996.

How long is Shine?

Shine runs 105 minutes.

Is Shine worth watching?

Shine has an average rating of 7.4/10 from 731 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Shine?

If you enjoyed Shine, try TÁR, What's Love Got to Do with It, Last Ride and People Like Us.

Is Shine on Rakuten TV?

Not in United States right now. Shine is on Rakuten TV in: Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden.

Is Shine on Amazon Prime Video?

Not in United States right now. Shine is on Amazon Prime Video in: Australia, Spain and France.

Is Shine on Amazon Prime Video with Ads?

Not in United States right now. Shine is on Amazon Prime Video with Ads in: Australia, Spain and France.

How much did Shine make at the box office?

Shine grossed $35,892,330 worldwide on a budget of $5,500,000.

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Updated: October 28, 2026 ·