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Fords on Water

9.019831h 23mMovieComedy

Influential, cult classic, UK buddy road movie about two friends, one white and one black, who bond over their desire to escape from boredom and unemployment in Thatcher's Britain.

DirectorBarry Bliss
WritersBilly Colvill·Barry Bliss
ProducersNita Amy·Jill Pack

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Barry Bliss

EP
Elvis Payne
Winston
MWMark Wingett
Mark Wingett
Eddie
KA
Kathryn Apanowicz
Beryl
JR
Jason Rose
Mac
AB
Allister Bain
Winston's Father
DRDavid Ryall
David Ryall
Mister Jack
MWMichèle Winstanley
Michèle Winstanley
Anne
CRCatherine Rabett
Catherine Rabett
Madeline
MHMona Hammond
Mona Hammond
Winston's Mother
PDPaola Dionisotti
Paola Dionisotti
Eddie's Mother
MH
Mike Horsburgh
Eddie's Father
CK
Christine Kimberley
Benefits Clerk

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Fords on Water — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Fords on Water?

Fords on Water is streaming on BFI Player and Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Fords on Water on Netflix?

No, Fords on Water is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on BFI Player and Kanopy.

Is Fords on Water on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Fords on Water isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on BFI Player and Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Fords on Water for free?

Fords on Water is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.