Where to watch
Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 3 other countries
Downtown '81 isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Canada, Italy, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by Edo Bertoglio
JB
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Jean (archive footage)
SW
Saul Williams
Jean's Narration (voice)
AS
Anna Shroeder
Beatrice
DH
Debbie Harry
Fairy Godmother
GG
Giorgio Giomelsky
Landlord
CM
Coati Mundi
Self
DM
Debi Mazar
Peppermint Lounge Dancer
GQ
George Quinones
Graffiti Artist
WS
Walter Steding
Self
SB
Steven Brown
Self - Vocals, Tuxedomoon
EB
Eszter Balint
Self
KC
Kid Creole
Self - Vocals and Guitar, Kid Creole & The Coconuts
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Downtown '81 — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Downtown '81?
Downtown '81 isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Canada, Italy and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is Downtown '81 on Netflix?
No, Downtown '81 is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.
Is Downtown '81 on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Downtown '81 isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.
Where can I watch Downtown '81 for free?
Downtown '81 isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
