Neighbour Abdi (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 2022, Neighbour Abdi is a documentary film directed by Douwe Dijkstra, running about 29 minutes.
What it’s about. How can you understand a violent past? Somali-born Abdi is furniture designer and support worker. He reenacts his life, marked by war and criminality, with the help of his neighbor and filmmaker Douwe. By means of playful reconstructions in a special effects studio, Abdi and Douwe embark on a candid and investigative journey through a painful history, focusing on the creative process throughout.
Who’s in it. Neighbour Abdi stars Douwe Dijkstra as self, Abdiwahab Ali as self, Ahmed Dualeh and Sharif Nuur as Young Abdi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Neighbour Abdi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Neighbour Abdi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Neighbour Abdi tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Neighbour Abdi (2022)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Neighbour Abdi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Neighbour Abdi worth watching?
- Neighbour Abdi holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Neighbour Abdi?
- Neighbour Abdi stars Douwe Dijkstra, Abdiwahab Ali, Ahmed Dualeh and Sharif Nuur.
- When was Neighbour Abdi released?
- Neighbour Abdi was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.