Yardie Movie (2018): Where to watch and stream online

Yardie

2018, Movie, 1h 41min

Jamaica, 1973. When a young boy witnesses his brother’s assassination, a powerful Don gives him a home. But 10 years later, when he’s sent to London, his past catches up to him.

Country: United Kingdom

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Reviews

Critic Odie Henderson

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Elba’s... firsthand knowledge of London’s Hackney borough gives the film a lived-in feeling, a sense of intimacy that registers onscreen in both quiet and violent moments.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Mike Mccahill

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Idris Elba brings precision to London crime classic.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Jimi Famurewa

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...stylish, robustly delivered period gangster flick...

Read full review at Empire

Critic Chris Nashawaty

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...you may just find yourself rushing to download the soundtrack.

Read full review at Entertainment Weekly

Critic William Bibbiani

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Idris Elba’s directorial debut is an atmospheric and catchy “DJ Noir” about criminals who’d rather spin vinyl than sell cocaine, and it’s an impressive first film...

Read full review at Ign

Critic Andrew Collins

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Idris Elba’s directorial debut feels richly authentic.

Read full review at Radio Times

Frequently asked questions

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Yardie is a crime drama film directed by Idris Elba, set in 1970s Kingston, Jamaica, and 1980s London. The movie follows the story of Dennis "D" Campbell, a young man who witnesses his brother's murder and is taken in by a powerful don. Years later, D is sent to London to deliver a package, but his past catches up with him when he discovers that his brother's killer lives in the city. D's journey becomes a quest for revenge and redemption as he navigates the dangerous world of drugs and gangs. With a cast of complex characters and a gripping plot, Yardie offers a fresh take on the crime genre, blending elements of Jamaican culture and music with the gritty streets of London.

Where can I stream Yardie? Toggle content

You can stream Yardie on: Amazon Store

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