# Where to watch Abu and the Poisoned Well (1943) in the UK

> Abu and the Poisoned Well (1943) is available to watch free in the UK on BFI Player. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1943  
**Runtime:** 8 minutes  
**Genres:** Animation  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T16:11:11.917Z)  

## Synopsis

Ever seen a snake with a moustache? The Middle East was as much an ideological as a physical battleground in the Second World War. In the midst of the conflict Halas & Batchelor were commissioned by the British Government to make four cartoons featuring a young boy Abu and his mule. They were intended to demonstrate in simple visual terms that Britain was a stout friend and the Axis powers a pernicious evil.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1115954-abu-and-the-poisoned-well/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Abu and the Poisoned Well for free in the UK?**

Abu and the Poisoned Well (1943) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**Is Abu and the Poisoned Well on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Abu and the Poisoned Well is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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