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Shades

1982Movie

1999: A tower block contains youths ‘bought off’ by the government, in a climate of microchip-created endless leisure, who experience (often pornographic) virtual reality-style fantasies by donning the titular ‘shades’, until a 1980s theme…

DirectorBill Hays

WriterStephen Lowe

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Cast · Directed by Bill Hays

Tracey Childs

Francesca Gonshaw

Francesca Gonshaw

Neil Pearson

Stuart MacKenzie

Stuart MacKenzie

Emily Moore

Shelagh McLeod

Tony Benn

Self (archive footage)

Helen Caldicott

Helen Caldicott

Self (archive footage)

Michael Feldman

Michael Feldman

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Shades — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Shades?

Shades isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is Shades on Netflix?

No, Shades is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is Shades on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Shades isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Shades for free?

Shades isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Shades?

Shades hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 29, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.