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Being John Smith

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Being John Smith is a deceptively wry and deeply felt work by the English avant-garde legend, in which Smith reflects on his life and career by way of his generic name, grappling with his own mortality and legacy, through a minimal, unassuming deployment of text, image, and voice.

DirectorJohn Smith

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MUBI

MUBI Amazon Channel

MUBI Amazon Channel

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Smith

John Smith

Self - Narrator (Voice)

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Being John Smith — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Being John Smith?

Being John Smith is streaming on MUBI in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Being John Smith on Netflix?

No, Being John Smith is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on MUBI.

Is Being John Smith on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Being John Smith isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on MUBI instead.

Where can I watch Being John Smith for free?

Being John Smith is available on MUBI in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.