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United

6.920111h 31m12MovieDramaHistory

United is based on the true story of Manchester United's legendary "Busby Babes", the youngest side ever to win the Football League and the 1958 Munich Air Crash that claimed eight of the their number. The film draws on first-hand…

DirectorJames Strong
WriterChris Chibnall
ProducersJulia Stannard·Greg Phillips

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Cast · Directed by James Strong

DTDavid Tennant
David Tennant
Jimmy Murphy
JOJack O'Connell
Jack O'Connell
Bobby Charlton
SCSam Claflin
Sam Claflin
Duncan Edwards
DSDougray Scott
Dougray Scott
Matt Busby
DADean Andrews
Dean Andrews
Bert Whalley
KAKate Ashfield
Kate Ashfield
Alma George
DCDavid Calder
David Calder
Harold Hardman
NDNeil Dudgeon
Neil Dudgeon
Alan Hardaker
THTim Healy
Tim Healy
Tommy Skinner
MHMelanie Hill
Melanie Hill
Cissie Charlton
BFBill Fellows
Bill Fellows
Robert Charlton
PHPhilip Hill-Pearson
Philip Hill-Pearson
Eddie Colman

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United — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams United?

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

Is United on Netflix?

No, United is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and BBC iPlayer.

Is United on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch United for free?

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