Bao(2026)
Give the Beggar a Chance!
Bao Synopsis
An African and African American debate on the ongoing diaspora war within the black community. Set entirely across the centuries-old East African Mancala strategy game, Bao, the film fuses historical archive with lived experience to wage a fierce interrogation of Black identity and pride.
Bao (2026) is a history and drama film directed by Sekera Mohamed Besta, released on April 23, 2026 with a runtime of 8m. It stars Mpianga Job Jr. Oueno and Purple Nwo.
- Director:
- Sekera Mohamed Besta
- Writers:
- Sekera Mohamed Besta
- Cinematographer:
- Jasper Fitzgerald
- Status:
- Released
Bao (2026) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Bao before you stream it.
Bao Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Sekera Mohamed Besta, written by Sekera Mohamed Besta.
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Bao – Frequently Asked Questions
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Bao (2026) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Bao?
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The main cast of Bao (2026) includes Mpianga Job Jr. Oueno and Purple Nwo. The film was directed by Sekera Mohamed Besta. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Bao released?
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Bao was released on April 23, 2026 and runs for 8m.
Is there a trailer for Bao?
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Yes. The official Bao trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.