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The Journey

6.320171h 34m12AMovieDrama

Firebrand Democratic Unionist Party leader Ian Paisley and Sinn Fein politician Martin McGuinness, two implacable enemies in Northern Ireland, are forced to take a short journey together in which they will take the biggest leap of faith and change the course of history.

DirectorNick Hamm
WriterColin Bateman
ProducersPiers Tempest·Mark Huffam

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Cast · Directed by Nick Hamm

TSTimothy Spall
Timothy Spall
Ian Paisley
CMColm Meaney
Colm Meaney
Martin McGuinness
FHFreddie Highmore
Freddie Highmore
Jack
TSToby Stephens
Toby Stephens
Tony Blair
JHJohn Hurt
John Hurt
Harry Patterson
CMCatherine McCormack
Catherine McCormack
Kate Elgar
IMIan McElhinney
Ian McElhinney
Rory O'Suaird
IBIan Beattie
Ian Beattie
Gerry Adams
BWBarry Ward
Barry Ward
Ian Paisley, Jr.
MLMark Lambert
Mark Lambert
Bertie Ahern
DPDaniel Portman
Daniel Portman
Frank

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The Journey — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Journey?

The Journey is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten TV and Amazon Prime Video Free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Journey on Netflix?

No, The Journey is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Rakuten TV.

Is The Journey on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Journey is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of November 2026.

Where can I watch The Journey for free?

The Journey is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Plex in United Kingdom.