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Red Dust

5.820041h 50mMovieDrama

Sarah Barcant, a lawyer in New York City who grew up in South Africa, returns to her childhood dwelling place to intercede for Alex Mpondo, a Black South African politician who was tortured during apartheid.

DirectorTom Hooper
WriterTroy Kennedy Martin
ProducersRuth Caleb·Anant Singh

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BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
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Cast · Directed by Tom Hooper

CEChiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Alex Mpondo
HSHilary Swank
Hilary Swank
Sarah Barcant
JBJamie Bartlett
Jamie Bartlett
Dirk Hendricks
IRIan Roberts
Ian Roberts
Piet Müller
MWMarius Weyers
Marius Weyers
Ben Hoffman
NN
Nomhlé Nkyonyeni
Mrs. Sizela
GLGreg Latter
Greg Latter
Mannie Bester
ECElize Cawood
Elize Cawood
Anna Hoffman
RSRobin Smith
Robin Smith
Duty Officer
WDWilson Dunster
Wilson Dunster
District Judge
DSDirk Stoltz
Dirk Stoltz
Andre
JSJennifer Steyn
Jennifer Steyn
Marie Müller

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Red Dust — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Red Dust?

Red Dust is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Red Dust on Netflix?

No, Red Dust is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Red Dust on Amazon Prime Video?

Red Dust isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Red Dust for free?

Red Dust is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.