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Poem

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A poignant short film set to the fourth part of Samuel Beckett's Quatre Poèmes, as narrated by frequent BS Johnson collaborator William Hoyland. The poem is read against a backdrop of associative shots: the head and sholders of a woman, a…

DirectorB. S. Johnson

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Cast · Directed by B. S. Johnson

WHWilliam Hoyland
William Hoyland
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Poem — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Poem?

Poem isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Poem on Netflix?

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

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Poem 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 Poem?

Poem hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 3, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.