

Sweetie
1989, English. Directed by Jane Campion.
There will not be a more extraordinary film than “Sweetie” in a long long time!
The buttoned-down, superstitious Kay is attempting to lead a normal existence with her new boyfriend Louis. That’s until Sweetie, her rampaging, devil-may-care sister, returns home after an absence, exposing the rotten roots of their family and placing a strain on Kay and Louis’ relationship.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 121 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Sweetie
Sweetie is streaming on HBO Max in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 28 September 1989
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Jane Campion, Gerard Lee
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Sweetie: quick answers
Is Sweetie worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 121 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sweetie?
Sweetie runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Sweetie have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sweetie. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sweetie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sweetie is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sweetie on?
Sweetie is streaming on HBO Max in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sweetie?
If you liked Sweetie, try Crimes of the Heart, The Adults, The Edge of Seventeen.
Who directed Sweetie?
Sweetie (1989) was directed by Jane Campion and stars Geneviève Lemon, Karen Colston, Tom Lycos.