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A Is for Acid

6.920021h 39mMovieCrimeDramaTV Movie

Dramatisation of the true story of the notorious 'acid bath murderer' John Haigh, who murdered women and disposed of their bodies in vats of acid in the 1940s. He was only caught when the gallstones of one of his victims failed to dissolve…

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Harry Bradbeer

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A Is for Acid — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Is for Acid?

A Is for Acid is streaming on Britbox in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A Is for Acid on Netflix?

No, A Is for Acid is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on Britbox.

Is A Is for Acid on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Is for Acid isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Britbox instead.

Where can I watch A Is for Acid for free?

A Is for Acid is available on Britbox in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is A Is for Acid based on a true story?

Yes — A Is for Acid is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).