Where to watch Anbessa (2019) in the UK
Anbessa (2019) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, GuideDoc, True Story, DocAlliance Films, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
A boy fights back against modernization by becoming a lion (anbessa).
Asalif and his mother defy Ethiopia’s omnipresent modern housing development culture, by continuing to live a life characterised by proximity to nature and rootedness in community. The boy counters the ruptures in his accustomed surroundings and the threat posed by the hyena that haunts his neighbourhood by reinventing himself as a hero: as Anbessa, the lion.
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Anbessa — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Anbessa in the UK?
Anbessa (2019) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, GuideDoc, True Story, DocAlliance Films, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent Anbessa?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Anbessa?
Yes. Anbessa can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is Anbessa on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Anbessa is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, GuideDoc, True Story, DocAlliance Films, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
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