---
title: "Babs"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/babs-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 455592
imdb_id: "tt6217830"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 12
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Babs (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/babs-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Babs is a 2017 drama and television movie that chronicles the life and career of Dame Barbara Windsor. The film explores the journey of the performer, known as a Cockney kid with a dazzling smile and significant talent, spanning the years from 1943 to 1993. The narrative begins on a cold evening in 1993 as Windsor prepares for a theatre performance. During this time, she reflects on the people and events that shaped her life over the previous five decades. The story covers her experiences as a child, including her evacuation during World War II and her complicated relationship with her father. It also details her professional evolution, such as her decision to change her name from Barbara Ann Deeks to Barbara Windsor, a choice inspired by the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Additionally, the film examines personal challenges, including her marriage to Ronnie Knight, and her professional growth after capturing the attention of theatre director Jo. The production has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | BBC iPlayer | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dominic Leclerc
- **Networks / Studios**: BBC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jaime Winstone** as *Barbara Windsor (Young Adult)*
- **Samantha Spiro** as *Babs*
- **Nick Moran** as *John Deeks*
- **Leanne Best** as *Rose Deeks*
- **Zoë Wanamaker** as *Joan Littlewood*
- **Barbara Windsor** as *Barbara Windsor*
- **Honor Kneafsey** as *Teen Barbara*
- **Florence Keen** as *Child Barbara*
- **Luke Allen-Gale** as *Ronnie Knight*
- **Julia Ford** as *Julie Deeks*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Babs online?
Babs is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Babs worth watching?
Babs holds a community rating of 7.3/10 based on 12 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Babs and when was it released?
Babs is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Babs?
Babs was directed by Dominic Leclerc.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Babs — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/455592)

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