Movie

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

★ 7.1(184)19311h 26m

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in United Kingdom. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 25 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: F. W. Murnau
Release date: 1931-07-30
Runtime: 1h 26m
Language: No Language
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Murnau-Flaherty Productions

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas — trailer

About Tabu: A Story of the South Seas

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is a 1931 movie in the Romance, Drama and Adventure genres, directed by F. W. Murnau, starring Matahi, Anne Chevalier and Bill Bambridge. It has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 184 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

On the South Pacific island of Bora Bora, a young couple's love is threatened when the tribal chief declares the girl a sacred virgin.

Cast

Matahi

The Boy

Anne Chevalier

The Girl (as Reri)

Bill Bambridge

The Policeman (as Jean)

Hitu

The Old Warrior

Jules

The Captain (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

exotic islandlove of one's lifeescapesacrificesouth seascivilizationtahitiromanceblack and whitesharknaturepre-codepolynesiabora boragay director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tabu: A Story of the South Seas in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas on Netflix?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas has a runtime of 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).

Who stars in Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas stars Matahi, Anne Chevalier, Bill Bambridge, Hitu and Jules.

When did Tabu: A Story of the South Seas come out?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is a 1931 movie directed by F. W. Murnau.

What genre is Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas is Romance, Drama and Adventure film.

Who directed Tabu: A Story of the South Seas?+

Tabu: A Story of the South Seas was directed by F. W. Murnau.