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The Birth of a Nation

6.620162h RMovieDrama

Nat Turner, a former slave in America, leads a liberation movement in 1831 to free African-Americans in Virginia that results in a violent retaliation from whites.

DirectorNate Parker

WritersJean McGianni Celestin·Nate Parker

ProducersMichael Novogratz·Aaron L. Gilbert

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Nate Parker

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

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The Birth of a Nation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Birth of a Nation?

The Birth of a Nation isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Birth of a Nation on Netflix?

No, The Birth of a Nation is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.

Is The Birth of a Nation on Amazon Prime Video?

The Birth of a Nation 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 The Birth of a Nation for free?

The Birth of a Nation isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.

Is The Birth of a Nation based on a true story?

Yes — The Birth of a Nation is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).