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Liam

6.320011h 30mMovieDrama

A morality tale of xenophobia, religious prejudice, mob violence, poverty, and their effect on two children in Liverpool during the Depression. When a shipyard closes, Liam and Teresa's dad loses his job. Liam, who's about 8, making his…

DirectorStephen Frears
WriterJimmy McGovern
ProducersSally Hibbin·Tessa Ross

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 6 other countries

Liam isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Australia, Canada, France, Italy and 2 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Stephen Frears

IHIan Hart
Ian Hart
Dad
CHClaire Hackett
Claire Hackett
Mum
AB
Anthony Borrows
Liam
DHDave Hart
Dave Hart
Con
MBMegan Burns
Megan Burns
Teresa
ARAnne Reid
Anne Reid
Mrs. Abernathy
RD
Russell Dixon
Father Ryan
JGJane Gurnett
Jane Gurnett
Mrs Samuels
GL
Gema Loveday
Jane Samuels
JDJulia Deakin
Julia Deakin
Aggie
ASAndrew Schofield
Andrew Schofield
Tom
MHMartin Hancock
Martin Hancock
David

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Liam — streaming FAQ

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Is Liam on Netflix?

No, Liam is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

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