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Hunger

7.220081h 36m15MovieDramaHistory

The story of Bobby Sands, the IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles in which Irish Republican prisoners tried to win political status.

DirectorSteve McQueen
WritersEnda Walsh·Steve McQueen
ProducersRobin Gutch·Laura Hastings-Smith

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Cast · Directed by Steve McQueen

MFMichael Fassbender
Michael Fassbender
Bobby Sands
SGStuart Graham
Stuart Graham
Ray Lohan
LCLiam Cunningham
Liam Cunningham
Priest
HBHelena Bereen
Helena Bereen
Raymond's Mother
LM
Laine Megaw
Raymond's Wife
BMBrian Milligan
Brian Milligan
Davey Gillen
LMLiam McMahon
Liam McMahon
Gerry Campbell
KHKaren Hassan
Karen Hassan
Gerry's Girlfriend
FMFrank McCusker
Frank McCusker
The Governor
LRLalor Roddy
Lalor Roddy
William
DMDes McAleer
Des McAleer
Mr Sands
HM
Helen Madden
Mrs. Sands

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Hunger — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hunger?

Hunger is streaming on BFI Player in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hunger on Netflix?

No, Hunger is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is Hunger on Amazon Prime Video?

Hunger isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Hunger for free?

Hunger is available on BFI Player in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Hunger based on a true story?

Yes — Hunger is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).