Baal (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1982, Baal is a drama, music and tv movie film directed by Alan Clarke, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. Baal is an amoral poetic genius who, after a life of debauchery, betrayal and violence, is about to cut his ties to the world and meet his doom. A high society party is where the end begins.
Who’s in it. Baal stars David Bowie as Baal, Robert Austin as Mech, Jonathan Kent as Eckart and Julian Wadham as Johannes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Baal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Baal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Baal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Baal (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Baal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Baal worth watching?
- Baal holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Baal?
- Baal stars David Bowie, Robert Austin, Jonathan Kent, Julian Wadham and Juliet Hammond-Hill.
- When was Baal released?
- Baal was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.