Being Bo Widerberg (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2025, Being Bo Widerberg is a documentary film directed by Jon Asp, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The documentary chronicles Bo Widerberg's journey from 1960s Malmö, where he worked as a writer and film critic, to his successes as a director in Stockholm and international adventures in Cannes and New York. The film also explores the personal costs of his artistic vision and how his pursuit of life and authenticity affected both himself and those around him.
Who’s in it. Being Bo Widerberg stars Bo Widerberg as Self (archive footage), Roy Andersson as Self, Thommy Berggren as Self and Kalle Boman as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Being Bo Widerberg sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Being Bo Widerberg page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Being Bo Widerberg (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Being Bo Widerberg change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Being Bo Widerberg worth watching?
- Being Bo Widerberg holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Being Bo Widerberg?
- Being Bo Widerberg stars Bo Widerberg, Roy Andersson, Thommy Berggren, Kalle Boman and Pia Degermark.
- When was Being Bo Widerberg released?
- Being Bo Widerberg was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.