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FairyTale: A True Story (1997)

Movie99minsRated G

IMDb6.5/ 10CTV score6.4/ 10

Where to watch FairyTale: A True Story in Australia

FairyTale: A True Story is streaming in Australia on Foxtel Now (subscription) and Stan (subscription). You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99.

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Availability checked 12 November 2026.

About FairyTale: A True Story

Two children in 1917 take a photograph, believed by some to be the first scientific evidence of the existence of fairies. Based on a true story

Year
1997
Genres
Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Thriller, Animation, Family, Kids
Runtime
99mins
Rated
G
Director
Charles Sturridge
Top cast
Florence Hoath, Elizabeth Earl, Paul McGann, Peter O'Toole, Harvey Keitel

FairyTale: A True Story release dates in Australia

First release (worldwide)

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of FairyTale: A True Story

  • Florence Hoathas Elsie Wright
  • Elizabeth Earlas Frances Griffiths
  • Paul McGannas Arthur Wright
  • Peter O'Tooleas Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
  • Harvey Keitelas Harry Houdini
  • Phoebe Nichollsas Polly Wright
  • Bill Nighyas Edward Gardner
  • Tim McInnernyas John Ferret, a Reporter
  • Joseph Mayas Houdini's Assistant
  • Peter Mullanas Sergeant Farmer
  • Anna Chancelloras Peter Pan
  • Lara Morganas Jean Doyle
  • Adam Franksas Adrian Doyle
  • Guy Witcheras Denis Doyle
  • Peter Wightas Newspaper Editor
Director
Charles Sturridge
Writer
Albert Ash, Ernie Contreras, Tom McLoughlin
Producer
Wendy Finerman, Bruce Davey
Original Music Composer
Zbigniew Preisner
Director of Photography
Michael Coulter

Cast and crew: TMDB.

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Is FairyTale: A True Story on Netflix in Australia?

No, FairyTale: A True Story is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on Foxtel Now and Stan.

Can I watch FairyTale: A True Story for free in Australia?

No, FairyTale: A True Story is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on Foxtel Now and Stan and rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99.

Can I rent or buy FairyTale: A True Story in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy FairyTale: A True Story in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $7.99).