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Matar

202323mMovieDramaDocumentary

The story of an asylum seeker in England who, when confronted with the hostile immigration system in the UK, is forced to live on the fringes of society and rely on his bike to survive. Based on the lived experience of co-writer Ayman Alhussein.

DirectorHassan Akkad
WritersHassan Akkad·Ayman Alhussein
ProducersFinn Bruce·Tarquin Ramsay

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Cast · Directed by Hassan Akkad

AMAhmed Malek
Ahmed Malek
Matar
EEElmi Rashid Elmi
Elmi Rashid Elmi
Musa
HS
Hussain Saddam
Jay
AA
Ayman Alhussein
Housemate
LB
Lisa Bentley
Barbara
YKYoussef Kerkour
Youssef Kerkour
Jameel

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Matar — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Matar?

Matar isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Matar on Netflix?

No, Matar is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Matar on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Matar isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Matar for free?

Matar isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Matar?

Matar hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 8, 2023. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.