White Girl (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.6

White Girl poster

Released in 2008, White Girl is a drama and tv movie film directed by Hettie Macdonald, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Debbie, a working class single mother from Leeds, moves her family to Bradford, where they find themselves in an ethnic minority. Daughter Leah must adapt to being the only white girl at school.

Who’s in it. White Girl stars Anna Maxwell Martin as Debbie, Daniel Mays as Stevie, Melanie Hill as Sonya and Holly Kenny as Leah, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, White Girl has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of White Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch White Girl (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for White Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is White Girl worth watching?
White Girl holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in White Girl?
White Girl stars Anna Maxwell Martin, Daniel Mays, Melanie Hill, Holly Kenny and Molly Howe.
When was White Girl released?
White Girl was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.