'The Black Ball', the new film by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, continues its run in cinemas after a good reception from the public. The film, which premiered on September 25, 2026, has also aroused the interest of streaming platforms, which are preparing its arrival to viewers.
However, not everyone will be able to watch it on the same platform. Although Netflix will be responsible for its premiere in the United States, in Spain it will be Movistar Plus+ the platform that will have the film exclusively after its run in cinemas. The news has generated doubts among viewers who hope to watch the film from home. Netflix's entry into its international distribution does not mean that it will be available in its Spanish catalog.
Where can 'The Black Ball' be watched in Spain?
'The Black Ball' will arrive on Movistar Plus+ in Spain once its run in cinemas ends. The film is a production by Movistar Plus+ and Suma Content Films, in co-production with El Deseo and Le Pacte, and has the participation of Atresmedia. For this reason, Movistar Plus+ will be the platform responsible for offering the film exclusively in the Spanish market. International distribution, on the other hand, depends on the agreements reached for each territory.
For the moment, no specific date has been announced for its streaming premiere in Spain. The film still has a run in cinemas, so viewers will have to wait to find out when they can watch it from home.
When does 'The Black Ball' premiere on Netflix?
Netflix will premiere 'The Black Ball' in the United States next December 2, 2026. The platform will be able to offer it in that country thanks to an international distribution agreement, but this does not mean that it will incorporate it into its Spanish catalog.
Its arrival on Netflix in the United States will take place after its theatrical release in that market, scheduled for October 16. The operation is part of an agreement between Movistar Plus+ and Goodfellas, the company responsible for the international sales of the film.
From Movistar Plus+ they have defended that this distribution allows to give greater international visibility to Spanish cinema and bring the production closer to new viewers. Juan Andrés García Ropero, known as Bropi and director of the Content Area of Movistar Plus+, highlighted the importance of an original film from the platform being able to reach the American public through Netflix.
What is 'La bola negra' about and who is in the film?
'La bola negra' is the second feature film by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, known as Los Javis. The film features a cast that includes Guitarricadelafuente, Miguel Bernardeau and Carlos González.
The project has also aroused interest due to its journey through festivals and its possible presence at the Oscar awards. The film is among the Spanish candidates to represent Spain in the category of best international film, although this selection does not guarantee its definitive nomination.
While its journey through cinemas continues, viewers will have to wait to find out the arrival date of 'La bola negra' on Movistar Plus+. In the United States, however, Netflix already has its premiere scheduled for December 2, 2026.
