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Baal

4.719821h 4mMovieMusicDramaTV Movie

Baal is an amoral poetic genius who, after a life of debauchery, betrayal and violence, is about to cut his ties to the world and meet his doom. A high society party is where the end begins.

DirectorAlan Clarke
WriterBertolt Brecht
ProducerLouis Marks

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Cast · Directed by Alan Clarke

DBDavid Bowie
David Bowie
Baal
JK
Jonathan Kent
Eckart
ZWZoë Wanamaker
Zoë Wanamaker
Sophie
JHJuliet Hammond-Hill
Juliet Hammond-Hill
Emilie
TCTracey Childs
Tracey Childs
Johanna
JWJulian Wadham
Julian Wadham
Johannes
RA
Robert Austin
Mech
RW
Russell Wootton
Pillar
PJPolly James
Polly James
Soubrette
HWHugh Walters
Hugh Walters
Pianist
LLLeon Lissek
Leon Lissek
Mjurk
JLJulian Littman
Julian Littman
Lupo

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Baal — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Baal?

Baal isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is Baal on Netflix?

No, Baal is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Baal on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Baal isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Baal for free?

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

What is the OTT release date for Baal?

Baal hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 23, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.