United Kingdom (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, United Kingdom is a drama film directed by Roland Joffé, running about 145 minutes.
What it’s about. Incendiary 1981 Play for Today, written by Jim Allen and directed by Roland Joffé that tells the story of a group of housing estate residents who attempt to organise against persistent rent rises.
Who’s in it. United Kingdom stars Colin Welland as Chief Constable James McBride, Val McLane as Kath, Ricky Tomlinson as Dennis and Bill Paterson as Tony, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch United Kingdom page.
If you liked it. Fans of United Kingdom tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch United Kingdom (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for United Kingdom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in United Kingdom?
- United Kingdom stars Colin Welland, Val McLane, Ricky Tomlinson, Bill Paterson and Rosemary Martin.
- When was United Kingdom released?
- United Kingdom was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.