Welfare (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1975, Welfare is a documentary film directed by Frederick Wiseman, running about 167 minutes.
What it’s about. WELFARE shows the nature and complexity of the welfare system in sequences illustrating the staggering diversity of problems that constitute welfare: housing, unemployment, divorce, medical and psychiatric problems, abandoned and abused children, and the elderly. These issues are presented in a context where welfare workers as well as clients struggle to cope with and interpret the laws and regulations that govern their work and life.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Welfare has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Welfare page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Welfare (1975)?
- In GB, Welfare is available to stream on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Welfare worth watching?
- Welfare holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Welfare released?
- Welfare was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 167 minutes.