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Kwaku Ananse

6.2201326mMovieDrama

This short by Akosua Adoma Owusu offers a spellbinding, semi-autobiographical interpretation of a traditional Ghanaian folktale in which the contemporary collides with the mythological in both content and form.

DirectorAkosua Adoma Owusu
WritersIram Parveen Bilal·Akosua Adoma Owusu
ProducerAkosua Adoma Owusu

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Akosua Adoma Owusu

JA
Jojo Abot
Nyan Koronhwea
KN
Koo Nimo
Kwaku Ananse
GO
Grace Omaboe
Aso Yaa
KA
Karim Adam
Ntikuma

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Kwaku Ananse — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Kwaku Ananse?

Kwaku Ananse is streaming on ShortsTV and Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Kwaku Ananse on Netflix?

No, Kwaku Ananse is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on ShortsTV and Kanopy.

Is Kwaku Ananse on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Kwaku Ananse isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on ShortsTV and Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Kwaku Ananse for free?

Kwaku Ananse is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.