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To Be

7.8199010mMovieScience FictionAnimationComedy

Blending fantasy and reality, this animated short is a bold inquiry into an as yet unresolved problem - the nature of human identity. When a scientist creates a machine that can make copies of physical objects, including humans, a number…

DirectorJohn Weldon
WriterJohn Weldon
ProducersDavid Verrall·Douglas Macdonald

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 1 other country

To Be isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by John Weldon

KHKim Handysides
Kim Handysides
Woman / Narrator / Singer (voice)
HRHoward Ryshpan
Howard Ryshpan
Scientist (voice)

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To Be — streaming FAQ

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To Be isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is To Be on Netflix?

No, To Be is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is To Be on Amazon Prime Video?

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