# Where to watch Shadow Master (1979) in the UK

> Shadow Master (1979) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 55 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T03:12:05.328Z)  

## Synopsis

Shadow Master is a dramatic documentary about a family of performers in Bali. The film is an inside view of Balinese life which reveals the cultural context of theater, music, and dance on the island. The film is a dramatization of events which occurred during the filming process and during the two years the director, Larry Reed, spent living and studying with 'dalang' (shadow master) and his extended family. The dalang's daughter as she remembers the summer before she left home, and the boy she left behind. He is an apprentice to her father and wants to become the shadow master for his generation. By contrast, his brother wants girls, motorcycles, and money. The film follows the two brothers as each attempts to realize his dream.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Shadow Master in the UK?**

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**Is Shadow Master on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Shadow Master is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

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## Sources

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- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1024529/shadow-master-1979
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1024529/shadow-master-1979.json

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