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The Black Balloon

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While escorting a group of children through New York City, a harried man loses hold of a bouquet of one hundred balloons. Among them, a single black balloon drifts free, seemingly lifeless, only to revive and embark on a strange journey…

DirectorsBenny Safdie·Josh Safdie

WritersBenny Safdie·Josh Safdie

ProducersSam Lisenco·Andy Spade

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Vimeo

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Benny Safdie

Mustafa Bekiroglu

Eléonore Hendricks

Eléonore Hendricks

Francesca LaPrelle

Miranda LaPrelle

Larry Sloman

William Skinner

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The Black Balloon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Black Balloon?

The Black Balloon is streaming on Vimeo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Black Balloon on Netflix?

No, The Black Balloon is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Vimeo.

Is The Black Balloon on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Black Balloon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Vimeo instead.

Where can I watch The Black Balloon for free?

The Black Balloon is available to stream free (with ads) on Vimeo in United States.