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56 Up

7.220122h 24mMovieDocumentary

When a cross-section of seven-year-olds were interviewed for 7 Up in 1964 it was immediately evident that their social backgrounds influenced their attitudes towards life. While the upper class children were confident and self-assured,…

DirectorMichael Apted
ProducersClaire Lewis·Michael Apted

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Cast · Directed by Michael Apted

Peter Davies
Peter Davies
Self
Neil Hughes
Neil Hughes
Self
Tony Walker
Tony Walker
Self
Lynn Johnson
Lynn Johnson
Self
Susan Sullivan
Susan Sullivan
Self
Jacqueline Bassett
Jacqueline Bassett
Self
Paul Kligerman
Paul Kligerman
Self
Symon Basterfield
Symon Basterfield
Self
Suzanne Dewey
Suzanne Dewey
Self
John Brisby
John Brisby
Self
Bruce Balden
Bruce Balden
Self
Andrew Brackfield
Andrew Brackfield
Self

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56 Up — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams 56 Up?

56 Up is streaming on OVID in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is 56 Up on Netflix?

No, 56 Up is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on OVID.

Is 56 Up on Amazon Prime Video?

No, 56 Up isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on OVID instead.

Where can I watch 56 Up for free?

56 Up is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

Is there a sequel to 56 Up?

Yes — 56 Up is followed by 63 Up (2019) in the Up Collection.

Is there a prequel to 56 Up?

Yes — 49 Up (2006) comes before 56 Up in the Up Collection.

Is 56 Up part of a trilogy?

No — 56 Up is part of the Up Collection, which has 9 films.

How many movies are in the Up Collection?

There are 9 films in the Up Collection: Seven Up! (1964), 7 Plus Seven (1970), 21 Up (1977), 28 Up (1984), 35 Up (1991), 42 Up (1999), 49 Up (2006), 56 Up (2012) and 63 Up (2019).