Bombin' (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1987, Bombin' is a documentary film, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. First broadcast in 1987 on the UK's Channel 4, Bombin' is a documentary about Afrika Bambaataa's Zulu nation bringing American hip-hop culture to the UK for first time. The main focus is the graffiti art of Brim and the variety of reactions he is faced with from the British public and press.
Who’s in it. Bombin' stars Afrika Bambaataa as Self, Goldie as Self and Brim as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Bombin' 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 Bombin' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bombin' 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 Bombin' (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bombin' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bombin' worth watching?
- Bombin' 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 Bombin'?
- Bombin' stars Afrika Bambaataa, Goldie and Brim.
- When was Bombin' released?
- Bombin' was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.