Australian Rules
2002, English. Directed by Paul Goldman.
The rules are never black and white.
16-year-old Gary Black is an average football player, budding wordsmith and reluctant hero. Gary helps his local Australian Rules football team win the local championship by accident, but celebrations turn to violence when Gary's Aboriginal best friend, Dumby Red is denied the "Best and Fairest" medal because of the racism of local officials.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Kanopy
Tubi TVCast & crew
Details
- Released
- 29 August 2002
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Phillip Gwynne, Paul Goldman
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
What Australian Rules is based on
Australian Rules is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
If you liked Australian Rules
Breath
2017 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Lion
2016 · 8.0/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Friday Night Lights
2004 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Boys Are Back
2009 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
American Underdog
2021 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
When the Game Stands Tall
2014 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Dad
1989 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Rabbit-Proof Fence
2002 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Woodlawn
2015 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Walkabout
1971 · 7.3/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Australian Rules: quick answers
Is Australian Rules worth watching?
Australian Rules doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Australian Rules?
Australian Rules runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Australian Rules have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Australian Rules. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Australian Rules parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Australian Rules yet.
Which OTT platform is Australian Rules on?
Australian Rules isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Australian Rules?
If you liked Australian Rules, try Breath, Lion, Friday Night Lights.
Who directed Australian Rules?
Australian Rules (2002) was directed by Paul Goldman and stars Nathan Phillips, Luke Carroll, Lisa Flanagan.
What is Australian Rules based on?
Australian Rules is adapted from a novel.