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The March (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 7

The March poster

Released in 1990, The March is a tv movie film directed by David Wheatley, running about 100 minutes. “We are poor because you are rich.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of several thousand Africans migrate westward across northern Africa and sail across the Strait of Gibraltar to Europe. Their message is: "We are poor because you are rich."

Who’s in it. The March stars Malick Bowens as Isa El-Mahdi, Juliet Stevenson as Clare Fitzgerald and Dermot Crowley as Roy Cox.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The March has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The March page.

If you liked it. Fans of The March tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The March (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The March change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The March worth watching?
The March holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The March?
The March stars Malick Bowens, Juliet Stevenson and Dermot Crowley.
When was The March released?
The March was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.