# Where to watch Beat This!: A Hip Hop History (1984) in the UK

> Beat This!: A Hip Hop History (1984) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1984  
**TMDB rating:** 8.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T20:33:47.182Z)  

## Synopsis

Beat This: A Hip-Hop History is a 1984 BBC documentary film about hip-hop culture, directed by Dick Fontaine. The cast includes Afrika Bambaataa, DJ Kool Herc — the film includes footage from Herc's original dance parties — The Cold Crush Brothers, Jazzy Jay, Brim Fuentes, and The Dynamic Rockers. It is narrated by Imhotep Gary Byrd. Originally part of the Arena television series, it was among the first crop of documentaries about hip-hop.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Beat This!: A Hip Hop History in the UK?**

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## Sources

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