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Sunset Song

9.019711 seasonTV SeriesDrama

A young woman in rural Scotland faces hardship after hardship as she struggles to keep her family farm going through personal losses and the devastation of World War I.

DirectorMoira Armstrong
WriterBill Craig
ProducerPharic Maclaren

Where to watch

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

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Unfurrowed Field
Mar 26, 1971
E2
Ploughing
Apr 2, 1971
E3
Drilling
Apr 9, 1971
E4
Seed Time
Apr 16, 1971
E5
Harvest
Apr 23, 1971
E6
The Song
Apr 30, 1971

Cast · Directed by Moira Armstrong

VHVivien Heilbron
Vivien Heilbron
Chris Guthrie
VCVictor Carin
Victor Carin
Chae Strachan
DA
Derek Anders
Long Rob Duncan
AK
Anne Kristen
Kirsty Strachan
JG
John Grieve
Munro of Cuddiestoun
MRMary Riggans
Mary Riggans
Mrs. Munro
AMAlex McAvoy
Alex McAvoy
Alec Mutch
JF
Jean Fitzpatrick
Mrs. Mutch

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Sunset Song — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sunset Song?

Sunset Song is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sunset Song on Netflix?

No, Sunset Song is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Sunset Song on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Sunset Song isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch Sunset Song for free?

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

How many seasons are in Sunset Song?

Sunset Song has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 1971.

Are all episodes of Sunset Song out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of Sunset Song are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Sunset Song?

No — Sunset Song ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Sunset Song based on a book?

Yes — Sunset Song is based on a book or novel.