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United Kingdom

7.019812h 25mMovieDramaTV Movie

Incendiary 1981 Play for Today, written by Jim Allen and directed by Roland Joffé that tells the story of a group of housing estate residents who attempt to organise against persistent rent rises.

DirectorRoland Joffé
WriterJim Allen
ProducerKenith Trodd

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Cast · Directed by Roland Joffé

CWColin Welland
Colin Welland
Chief Constable James McBride
VMVal McLane
Val McLane
Kath
RTRicky Tomlinson
Ricky Tomlinson
Dennis
BPBill Paterson
Bill Paterson
Tony
RMRosemary Martin
Rosemary Martin
Barbara Sullivan MP
PKPeter Kerrigan
Peter Kerrigan
Peter Connor
EA
Eddie Angel
Reporter
AB
Alan J. Bartley
Council Driver
JB
Jeff Batt
Reporter
AB
Anthony Benson
Arthur Rose
CBCy Benson
Cy Benson
Cy
IB
Ian Breach
TV Interviewer

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United Kingdom — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams United Kingdom?

United Kingdom isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is United Kingdom on Netflix?

No, United Kingdom is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is United Kingdom on Amazon Prime Video?

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United Kingdom isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for United Kingdom?

United Kingdom hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 26, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.