# Where to watch A Family Called Abrew (1992) in the UK

> A Family Called Abrew (1992) is available to watch free in the UK on BFI Player. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1992  
**Runtime:** 40 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T17:29:52.626Z)  

## Synopsis

Director Maureen Blackwood harnesses the distinctive style of the Sankofa Film Collective to sketch the Abrew family tree. The achievements of the unique showbiz family are celebrated using rich archive material, including footage of family members in supporting film roles alongside Paul Robeson and intimate fireside-style testimony. The existence of Black British communities before Windrush is foregrounded, with insights into the Abrews' imprint on British culture beginning in 19th century Scotland.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/587763-a-family-called-abrew/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Family Called Abrew for free in the UK?**

A Family Called Abrew (1992) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**Is A Family Called Abrew on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Family Called Abrew 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/587763/a-family-called-abrew-1992
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nHbJ0vgZwXbHhD20o5Ct99Y2fEm.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/587763/a-family-called-abrew-1992.json

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