Abu (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2017, Abu is a documentary film directed by Arshad Khan, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. As a gay man, filmmaker Arshad Khan examines his troubled relationship with his devout, Muslim father Abu. Using family archives and movies, Khan explores his struggle with his identity and compares it to his parents attempts to fit into Canada.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Abu has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on OUTtv Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Abu page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Abu (2017)?
- In GB, Abu is available to stream on OUTtv Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Abu worth watching?
- Abu holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Abu released?
- Abu was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.