# Where to watch Herman Melville: Damned in Paradise (1985) in the UK

> Herman Melville: Damned in Paradise (1985) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1985  
**Runtime:** 88 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T20:16:13.903Z)  

## Synopsis

From the Marquesas Islands of French Polynesia to the New York City docks where he worked as a customs inspector, this outstanding documentary tracks the personal and intellectual adventures of Herman Melville, one of the greatest talents in American literary history. Narrated by John Huston, the film includes readings and commentary by F. Murray Abraham, Robert Penn Warren, Alfred Kazan, and other notable writers and critics.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Herman Melville: Damned in Paradise in the UK?**

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