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Limbo

7.020201h 44mMMovieDramaComedy

An offbeat observation of refugees waiting to be granted asylum on a fictional remote Scottish island. It focuses on Omar, a young Syrian musician who is burdened by the weight of his grandfather’s oud, which he has carried all the way from his homeland.

DirectorBen Sharrock
WriterBen Sharrock
ProducersDaniel Battsek·Robbie Allen

Where to watch

SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ben Sharrock

AEAmir El-Masry
Amir El-Masry
Omar
VBVikash Bhai
Vikash Bhai
Farhad
OOOla Orebiyi
Ola Orebiyi
Wasef
KA
Kwabena Ansah
Abedi
SKSidse Babett Knudsen
Sidse Babett Knudsen
Helga
QNQais Nashif
Qais Nashif
KCKenneth Collard
Kenneth Collard
Boris
SKSanjeev Kohli
Sanjeev Kohli
Vikram
CFCameron Fulton
Cameron Fulton
Plug
LGLewis Gribben
Lewis Gribben
Stevie
GCGrace Chilton
Grace Chilton
Margaret
RMRaymond Mearns
Raymond Mearns
Mike

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Limbo — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Limbo?

Limbo is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Limbo on Netflix?

No, Limbo is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Limbo on Amazon Prime Video?

Limbo isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Limbo for free?

Limbo is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.