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Experimental Animation

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Len Lye scraped together enough funding and borrowed equipment to produce a two-minute short featuring his self-made monkey, singing and dancing to 'Peanut Vendor', a 1931 jazz hit for Red Nichols. The two foot high monkey had bolted,…

DirectorLen Lye

ProducerLen Lye

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BFI Player

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Experimental Animation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Experimental Animation?

Experimental Animation is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Experimental Animation on Netflix?

No, Experimental Animation is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is Experimental Animation on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Experimental Animation isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BFI Player instead.

Where can I watch Experimental Animation for free?

Experimental Animation is available to stream free (with ads) on BFI Player in United Kingdom.