Don's Party (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1976, Don's Party is a comedy film directed by Bruce Beresford, running about 90 minutes. “What a helluva night!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On the night of the 1969 federal election, Don Henderson invites a group of friends to celebrate a predicted Labor Party victory, much to the dismay of his wife, Kath. The Hendersons and their nine guests drink, joke, make love, and fight, all while coming to terms with their individual struggles in life.
Who’s in it. Don's Party stars John Hargreaves as Don Henderson, Graham Kennedy as Mack, Ray Barrett as Mal and Clare Binney as Susan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Don's Party has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Don's Party page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don's Party tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don's Party (1976)?
- In US, Don's Party is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Don's Party worth watching?
- Don's Party holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Don's Party?
- Don's Party stars John Hargreaves, Graham Kennedy, Ray Barrett, Clare Binney and Pat Bishop.
- When was Don's Party released?
- Don's Party was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.