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The Arbor

7.320101h 31m15MovieDramaDocumentary

The lives of the late Bradford playwright Andrea Dunbar and Lorraine, one of her daughters, and the community of Bradford, in the 30 years since the 18-year-old Andrea penned a play about growing up in the community titled "The Arbor".

DirectorClio Barnard
ProducersMichael Morris·Tracy O'Riordan

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Cast · Directed by Clio Barnard

CBChristine Bottomley
Christine Bottomley
Lisa Thompson
MVManjinder Virk
Manjinder Virk
Lorraine Dunbar
NGNatalie Gavin
Natalie Gavin
The Girl
GCGeorge Costigan
George Costigan
Jimmy 'The Wig'
MDMonica Dolan
Monica Dolan
Ann Hamilton
NDNeil Dudgeon
Neil Dudgeon
Steve Saul
JMJimi Mistry
Jimi Mistry
Yousaf
RERobert Emms
Robert Emms
Young David
KRKate Rutter
Kate Rutter
The Mother
DWDanny Webb
Danny Webb
Max Stafford-Clark / The Father
MMMatthew McNulty
Matthew McNulty
Andrew Dunbar
KPKathryn Pogson
Kathryn Pogson
Pamela Dunbar

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The Arbor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Arbor?

The Arbor is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Arbor on Netflix?

No, The Arbor is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is The Arbor on Amazon Prime Video?

The Arbor 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 The Arbor for free?

The Arbor is available on BFI Player in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Arbor based on a true story?

Yes — The Arbor is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).