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Orphans

6.619981h 41m18MovieComedyDrama

A group of four siblings reunite in Glasgow on the eve of their mother's funeral, and the children mourn their mother's passing in a variety of ways—sometimes heartfelt, sometimes bizarre. As a potential thunderstorm threatens to damage the city, the situation compounds itself.

DirectorPeter Mullan
WriterPeter Mullan
ProducersFrances Higson·Paddy Higson

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Mullan

DHDouglas Henshall
Douglas Henshall
Michael
GLGary Lewis
Gary Lewis
Thomas
RS
Rosemarie Stevenson
Sheila
SMStephen McCole
Stephen McCole
John
AS
Ann Swan
Mother of Family
FG
Frank Gallagher
Tanga
ANAlex Norton
Alex Norton
Hanson
DADave Anderson
Dave Anderson
Uncle Ian
MSMalcolm Shields
Malcolm Shields
DD Duncan
LO
Laura O'Donnell
Carole
JC
John Comerford
Ed, Carole's Dad
DD
Deirdre Davis
Alison, Carole's Mum

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Orphans — streaming FAQ

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Orphans isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on BFI Player. It's not on Netflix.

Is Orphans on Netflix?

No, Orphans is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on BFI Player.

Is Orphans on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Orphans isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Orphans for free?

Orphans isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on BFI Player.