Movie

Malcolm

“A comedy of hopes and schemes.”

★ 6.6(46)19861h 26m

Malcolm is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Foxtel Now and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

Where to watch Malcolm

🇦🇺 Australia

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Director: Nadia Tass
Release date: 1986-07-20
Runtime: 1h 26m
Language: English
Box office: $2,459,000
Budget: $640,000
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Film Victoria

Malcolm — trailer

About Malcolm

Malcolm is a 1986 movie in the Action, Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Nadia Tass, starring Colin Friels, Lindy Davies and Chris Haywood. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Malcolm in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Malcolm is a chronically shy mechanical genius, who has just been fired for building his own tram. He gets Frank, who has just been released from jail, to move in to help pay the bills. With Frank's help, Malcolm turns to a life of crime.

Cast

Colin Friels

Malcolm Hughes

Lindy Davies

Judith

Chris Haywood

Willy

John Hargreaves

Frank Baker

Beverley Phillips

Mrs. T

Judith Stratford

Jenny

Heather Mitchell

Barmaid

Charles Tingwell

Tramways supervisor

Tony Mahood

Tram Conductor

David Letch

Restaurant Hoon #2

David Lander

Restaurant Hoon #1

Mike Bishop

Armed Guard

Themes & keywords

australiageniusremote controlmelbourne, australiaunemploymentwoman director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Malcolm in Australia?+

In Australia, you can stream Malcolm on Amazon Prime Video, Foxtel Now and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Malcolm on Netflix?+

Malcolm is not on Netflix in Australia right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Foxtel Now and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

How long is Malcolm?+

Malcolm has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in Malcolm?+

Malcolm stars Colin Friels, Lindy Davies, Chris Haywood, John Hargreaves and Beverley Phillips.

When did Malcolm come out?+

Malcolm is a 1986 movie directed by Nadia Tass.

What genre is Malcolm?+

Malcolm is Action, Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Malcolm?+

Malcolm was directed by Nadia Tass.