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The Old Oak

7.220231h 53m15MovieDrama

A pub landlord in a previously thriving mining community struggles to hold onto his pub. Meanwhile, tensions rise in the town when Syrian refugees are placed in the empty houses in the community.

DirectorKen Loach
WriterPaul Laverty
ProducersRebecca O'Brien·Grégoire Sorlat

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BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Ken Loach

DTDave Turner
Dave Turner
TJ Ballantyne
EMEbla Mari
Ebla Mari
Yara
CRClaire Rodgerson
Claire Rodgerson
Laura
TFTrevor Fox
Trevor Fox
Charlie
CMChris McGlade
Chris McGlade
Vic
CTCol Tait
Col Tait
Eddy
JLJordan Louis
Jordan Louis
Gary
CR
Chrissie Robinson
Erica
CGChris Gotts
Chris Gotts
Jaffa Cake
JP
Jen Patterson
Maggie
AO
Arthur Oxley
Archie
JA
Joe Armstrong
Joe

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The Old Oak — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Old Oak?

The Old Oak is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on JustWatch TV and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Old Oak on Netflix?

No, The Old Oak is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is The Old Oak on Amazon Prime Video?

The Old Oak 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 Old Oak for free?

The Old Oak is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.