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The Colour Black

198214mPGMovieDocumentary

A documentary made for BBC West in 1982, written and presented by Hugh Cornwell and Jet Black of The Stranglers. It focuses on the colour black and includes the Meninblack phenomenon and some Stranglers of course.

DirectorsHugh Cornwell·Jet Black

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Cast · Directed by Hugh Cornwell

JBJet Black
Jet Black
Presenter
HCHugh Cornwell
Hugh Cornwell
Presenter
RG
Richard L. Gregory
Himself
FE
Fr. Carl Somers Edgar
Himself

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The Colour Black — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Colour Black?

The Colour Black isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Colour Black on Netflix?

No, The Colour Black is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Colour Black on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Colour Black for free?

The Colour Black isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Colour Black?

The Colour Black hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 27, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.