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To Be

7.8199010mMovieScience FictionAnimationComedy

Blending fantasy and reality, this animated short is a bold inquiry into an as yet unresolved problem - the nature of human identity. When a scientist creates a machine that can make copies of physical objects, including humans, a number…

DirectorJohn Weldon
WriterJohn Weldon
ProducersDavid Verrall·Douglas Macdonald

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 1 other country

To Be isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Weldon

KHKim Handysides
Kim Handysides
Woman / Narrator / Singer (voice)
HRHoward Ryshpan
Howard Ryshpan
Scientist (voice)

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To Be — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams To Be?

To Be isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is To Be on Netflix?

No, To Be is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026.

Is To Be on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch To Be for free?

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