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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 2 other countries
Countdown to War isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Canada, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.
Cast · Directed by Patrick Lau
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Ian McKellen
Adolf Hitler
MA
Michael Aldridge
Neville Chamberlain
TB
Tony Britton
Sir Nevile Henderson
JW
John Woodvine
Joachim von Ribbentrop
PV
Peter Vaughan
Hermann Goering
MC
Michael Culver
Halifax
AB
Anthony Bate
Simon
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Lee Montague
Hore-Belisha
JC
Jonathan Coy
Butler
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Ronnie Stevens
Phipps
JG
Jack Galloway
MacDonald
RH
Richard Heffer
Wallace
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Countdown to War — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Countdown to War?
Countdown to War isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Canada and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.
Is Countdown to War on Netflix?
No, Countdown to War is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.
Is Countdown to War on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Countdown to War isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.
Where can I watch Countdown to War for free?
Countdown to War isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
