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The Babadook

6.520141h 34mNRMovieDramaHorror

A grieving single mother and her child fall into a deep well of paranoia when an eerie children's book manifests in their home.

DirectorJennifer Kent
WriterJennifer Kent
ProducersKristian Moliere·Kristina Ceyton

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Cast · Directed by Jennifer Kent

EDEssie Davis
Essie Davis
Amelia Vanek
NWNoah Wiseman
Noah Wiseman
Samuel Vanek
HMHayley McElhinney
Hayley McElhinney
Claire
DHDaniel Henshall
Daniel Henshall
Robbie
BWBarbara West
Barbara West
Gracie Roach
BWBen Winspear
Ben Winspear
Oskar Vanek
CA
Cathy Adamek
Prue
CBCraig Behenna
Craig Behenna
Warren
H
Hachi
Bugsy
TP
Tim Purcell
The Babadook
CH
Chloe Hurn
Ruby
JP
Jacquy Phillips
Beverly

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The Babadook — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Babadook?

The Babadook is streaming on AMC Plus, AMC+ and YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Babadook on Netflix?

No, The Babadook is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on AMC Plus and AMC+.

Is The Babadook on Amazon Prime Video?

The Babadook isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Babadook for free?

The Babadook is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Philo in United States.