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Movie · 1986 · 100 min

Abel (1986)

6.4/10 · 45 votes
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Abel is a 1986 movie (Comedy and Drama). Abel was directed by Alex van Warmerdam. Abel runs 100 minutes. It has an average rating of 6.4/10 from 45 viewers. In United States, you can watch Abel on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

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📍 United States

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Streaming services that carry Abel, and the countries where you can watch it:

CineMember 2 countries

Belgium, Netherlands

Filmin 1 countries

Spain

Videoland 1 countries

Netherlands

Plot

Abel has never left home (literally). After failing with doctors and psychiatrists, Abel's father Victor brings home Christine, a friend, in an attempt to teach Abel basic social skills. But Victor's wife Duif accuses him of having an affair, and in the ensuing row Abel is thrown out into the street. But help is at hand when he runs into kind-hearted stripper Zus - whose show Victor is obsessed with…

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Tags

#mama's boy#cowardliness

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Abel?

In United States, you can watch Abel on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Who stars in Abel?

The main cast of Abel includes Alex van Warmerdam, Henri Garcin, Olga Zuiderhoek, Annet Malherbe and Loes Luca.

Who directed Abel?

Abel was directed by Alex van Warmerdam.

When was Abel released?

Abel was released on February 27, 1986.

How long is Abel?

Abel runs 100 minutes.

Is Abel worth watching?

Abel has an average rating of 6.4/10 from 45 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Abel?

If you enjoyed Abel, try It Runs in the Family, Sometimes Always Never, Foster and Chloe and Theo.

Is Abel on CineMember?

Not in United States right now. Abel is on CineMember in: Belgium and Netherlands.

Is Abel on Filmin?

Not in United States right now. Abel is on Filmin in: Spain.

Is Abel on Videoland?

Not in United States right now. Abel is on Videoland in: Netherlands.

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Updated: October 26, 2026 ·