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As an Eilean

10.019931h 36mPGMovieDramaComedy

The inhabitants of a remote Scottish village live and learn.

DirectorMike Alexander
WriterDouglas Eadie
ProducersMike Alexander·Douglas Eadie

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Cast · Directed by Mike Alexander

KHKen Hutchison
Ken Hutchison
MacAlasdair
IM
Iain MacLeod
Calum
DS
D.W. Stiubhart
Cailean
WK
Wilma Kennedy
Janet
BCBrian Croucher
Brian Croucher
The Hermit
AD
Alyxis Daly
Mrs Matheson
TWTom Watson
Tom Watson
Dougie
DM
Donna MacLeod
Kirsty
IMIain MacRae
Iain MacRae
Derek
SM
Simon Mackenzie
Minister
DR
Domhnall Ruadh
Kirsty's Father
TM
Tom MacIver
Janet's Father

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As an Eilean — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams As an Eilean?

As an Eilean is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is As an Eilean on Netflix?

No, As an Eilean is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is As an Eilean on Amazon Prime Video?

No, As an Eilean isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch As an Eilean for free?

As an Eilean is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.