My Brilliant Career
1979, English. Directed by Gillian Armstrong.
A young woman who is determined to maintain her independence finds herself at odds with her family who wants her to tame her wild side and get married.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 84 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch My Brilliant Career
My Brilliant Career is streaming on HBO Max in India.
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Details
- Released
- 17 August 1979
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Eleanor Witcombe
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What My Brilliant Career is based on
My Brilliant Career is based on My Brilliant Career (1901) by Miles Franklin, published by William Blackwood.
1901
My Brilliant Career
By Miles Franklin
Published by William Blackwood
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My Brilliant Career: quick answers
Is My Brilliant Career worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 84 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is My Brilliant Career?
My Brilliant Career runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does My Brilliant Career have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for My Brilliant Career. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
My Brilliant Career parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
My Brilliant Career is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is My Brilliant Career on?
My Brilliant Career is streaming on HBO Max in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like My Brilliant Career?
If you liked My Brilliant Career, try I Can't Think Straight, Nine Lives, Disappearing Acts.
Who directed My Brilliant Career?
My Brilliant Career (1979) was directed by Gillian Armstrong and stars Judy Davis, Sam Neill, Wendy Hughes.
What is My Brilliant Career based on?
My Brilliant Career is based on My Brilliant Career (1901) by Miles Franklin, published by William Blackwood.