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Murdered for Being Different

6.020171h 2mMovieCrimeDramaTV Movie

Drama telling the true story of the murder of 20-year-old Sophie Lancaster in 2007, who was kicked to death in a park by a gang. Her boyfriend, Robert Maltby, was also severely beaten and put into a coma. The two of them were attacked because they were dressed as goths.

DirectorPaul Andrew Williams
WriterNick Leather

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Britbox Apple TV channelBritbox Apple TV channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Paul Andrew Williams

ALAbigail Lawrie
Abigail Lawrie
Sophie Lancaster
NMNico Mirallegro
Nico Mirallegro
Rob Maltby
CCChanel Cresswell
Chanel Cresswell
DC Steph Farley
SLSally Lindsay
Sally Lindsay
Tracey Maltby
SMSophie McShera
Sophie McShera
Mandy Gorman
LB
Lewis Brown
Danny Hulme
DCDominic Carter
Dominic Carter
DC Mark Green
AC
Amelia Clarke
Sam Gorman
CCChris Coghill
Chris Coghill
Dave Maltby
MC
Mia Crossley
Michelle Sturry
KF
Kirsty Fanning
Natalie Morley
MF
Macauley Fogarty
Jo Hulme

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Murdered for Being Different — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Murdered for Being Different?

Murdered for Being Different is streaming on Britbox in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Murdered for Being Different on Netflix?

No, Murdered for Being Different is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026. It's currently on Britbox.

Is Murdered for Being Different on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Murdered for Being Different isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Britbox instead.

Where can I watch Murdered for Being Different for free?

Murdered for Being Different is available on Britbox in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.