# 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.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 86 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.9/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T02:47:06.662Z)  

## Synopsis

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.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Anbessa&i=instant-video)
- [GuideDoc](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/575797-anbessa/watch?locale=GB)
- [True Story](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/575797-anbessa/watch?locale=GB)
- [DocAlliance Films](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/575797-anbessa/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Anbessa&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Anbessa&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Anbessa)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Anbessa&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Anbessa)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Anbessa&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Anbessa&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Anbessa+film)

## 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.

**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/575797/anbessa-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/yQbaXTk0MnxNmdJWbP8XdviK0LC.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/575797/anbessa-2019.json

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