How to watch Absolutely Fabulous in Australia

Absolutely Fabulous, aka Ab Fab, is the legendary British television sitcom based on the Modern Mother and Daughter sketch by French and Saunders. It stars Jennifer Saunders, Joanna Lumley, and Julia Sawalha. The story follows the wild and hilarious antics of Edina Monsoon, a PR agent, and her best friend Patsy Stone, a magazine fashion director. These characters and Edina’s daughter Saffron and personal assistant Bubble had had us laughing non-stop. Now they are back to bring more laughs!

The show first aired in 1992 and now has a total of 6 series and 39 episodes. With its multiple revivals, charity specials, and Absolutely Fabulous The Movie, Ab Fab continues to be a classic in the world of British comedy. If you’re in the mood for a good laugh and want to experience the madness that Edina and Patsy will bring, read more here!

Absolutely Fabulous preview

Absolutely Fabulous follows the wild lives of two London fashion queens, Eddie Monsoon and Patsy Stone. With their high-powered jobs and even higher lifestyle in the London fashion scene, these two women use their wealth to chase the latest trends and indulge in a dangerous mix of heavy drinking, alcohol, and cigarettes.

But when their extravagant lifestyle leads to crisis, it’s up to Eddie’s daughter Saffy to save the day. With a supporting cast of ex-husbands, new partners, and even Eddie’s strained relationship with her mother, this show is guaranteed to give non-stop chaos and laughter. Indeed, it’s a great addition to your comedy watchlist.

Absolutely Fabulous Movie trailer

You can watch the Absolutely Fabulous trailer below.

How many seasons of Absolutely Fabulous are there?

Six seasons of Absolutely Fabulous have been released so far, and all six seasons are available for streaming on demand in Australia. All seasons are available in selected Australian streaming services. Find out more here on which streaming service in the country offers seasons 1-6.

Absolutely Fabulous TV Series guide

As mentioned, the Absolutely Fabulous TV series will be available in Australia, launching Seasons 1 to 5 on BINGE this 24th February. Seasons 1 to 6 are also available on Foxtel and Foxtel Now, and BritBox.

Those who want to buy and watch the whole collection, including the Absolutely Fabulous The Movie set on French Riviera. You can buy and watch them via Google Play, Apple TV, and Microsoft Store.

Absolutely Fabulous TV Series	No. of Episodes	Streaming Services
Season 1	6 Episodes	BritBox Foxtel Now BINGE
Season 2	6 Episodes	BritBox Foxtel Now BINGE
Season 3	6 Episodes	BritBox Foxtel Now BINGE
Season 4	6 Episodes	BritBox Foxtel Now BINGE
Season 5	8 Episodes	BritBox Foxtel Now BINGE
Season 6	3 Episodes	BritBox

How to watch Absolutely Fabulous Movie on Foxtel Now

Fans can watch seasons 1-5 on Foxtel, which airs the show via BBC UK TV. Foxtel offers Foxtel Plus, the cheapest entertainment bundle that already includes BBC UK TV, giving you access to over 50 channels of drama, lifestyle, docos, reality, and more.

Another great alternative is Foxtel Now, which fortunately still offers a free 10-day free trial. Every Foxtel Now channel pack allows you to watch shows online and on the go via the Foxtel Go app. After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now base pack called the Essentials pack is only $25 per month.

For more streaming options, premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan. You will need to add Drama Extra to access the FOX Sleuth channel, which airs Absolutely Fabulous Movie in Australia.

How to watch Absolutely Fabulous on BINGE

Seasons 1-5 are also available for streaming in Australia via BINGE, every season of which can be accessed right away with a 14 day free trial. After your free trial period expires, you will be able to pick from three different plans for watching the best BINGE shows on demand. A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in standard definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to enjoy in standard or high definition on two devices.

The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. All BINGE plans are ad-free with no lock-in contracts.

How to watch Absolutely Fabulous on Telstra

Foxtel, Foxtel Now, and BINGE can be added through Telstra, hence, Telstra customers can access these streaming platforms by simply adding their preferred service to their accounts. You can even save on plan fees for 12 months with Foxtel, while Foxtel Now and BINGE via Telstra come with free months of subscriptions.

Moreover, Foxtel from Telstra (including Foxtel Now from Telstra) offers the exact same programming as a standard Foxtel service but is often available at a reduced monthly cost. With the Foxtel Now from Telstra offer, you can also watch the show on the move using the Foxtel Go app. 

On the other hand, the BINGE from Telstra offer lets you enjoy BINGE Standard from only $5 per month for 12 months when you sign up via Telstra or get 2 months free! 

How to stream Absolutely Fabulous on BritBox

Expanding your options, Absolutely Fabulous can be streamed on BritBox from seasons 1 to 6! The British TV-dedicated streaming service offers a 7-day free trial so you can watch previous episodes on demand. New customers will need to sign up for an account to access UK content.

With just a single tier, there’s no need to pick more expensive plans in order to stream simultaneously. BritBox allows users to stream on up to five screens at the same time for the monthly price of $8.99. If you want to save a little bit, you can opt for the $89.99 annual plan, which works out to be only around $7.50 per month.

Absolutely Fabulous cast

The fabulous adventure of two friends is produced by Saunders & French Productions, BBC Productions, and BBC America. Since its premiere, it has built a great line of cast members that British media has come to love.

Main Cast

Recurring and Guest

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Supported streaming devices

Here’s a list of compatible devices that you can use to stream the series at home or on the go.