# Where to watch Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend (1978) in the UK

> Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T22:23:43.221Z)  

## Synopsis

Jean Rouch filmed this loving and humorous portrait of anthropologist and filmmaker Margaret Mead in September 1977 while he was a guest of the first Margaret Mead Film Festival. As both a friend and colleague, Rouch reveals a glimpse of the legendary Mead in her later years.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend in the UK?**

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