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United

6.920111h 31mPG-13MovieDramaHistory

United is based on the true story of Manchester United's legendary "Busby Babes", the youngest side ever to win the Football League and the 1958 Munich Air Crash that claimed eight of the their number. The film draws on first-hand…

DirectorJames Strong
WriterChris Chibnall
ProducersJulia Stannard·Jamie Carmichael

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Cast · Directed by James Strong

DADean Andrews
Dean Andrews
Bert Whalley
KAKate Ashfield
Kate Ashfield
Alma George
NBNatalie Burt
Natalie Burt
Marion Bent
DCDavid Calder
David Calder
Harold Hardman
SCSam Claflin
Sam Claflin
Duncan Edwards
WDWerner Daehn
Werner Daehn
Professor Maurer
SDShirley Dixon
Shirley Dixon
Mrs Watson
JD
John Draycott
Journalist
NDNeil Dudgeon
Neil Dudgeon
Alan Hardaker
BFBill Fellows
Bill Fellows
Robert Charlton
FG
Faton Gerbeshi
Customs Officer
PGPeter Gunn
Peter Gunn
PC Gunstone

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United — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams United?

United is streaming on AcornTV and Acorn TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is United on Netflix?

No, United is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on AcornTV and Acorn TV.

Is United on Amazon Prime Video?

No, United isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on AcornTV and Acorn TV instead.

Where can I watch United for free?

United is available on AcornTV and Acorn TV in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.