Black Watch (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2008, Black Watch is a drama and tv movie film directed by Bill MacLeod, running about 154 minutes.
What it’s about. The stunning BBC TV production of the National Theatre of Scotland s urgently topical play. Hurtling from a pool room in Fife to an armoured wagon in Iraq, Black Watch is based on interviews conducted by Gregory Burke with former soldiers who served in Iraq. Viewed through the eyes of those on the ground, Black Watch reveals what it means to be part of the legendary Scottish regiment, what it means to be part of the war on terror and what it means to make the journey home again. John Tiffany s production makes powerful and inventive use of movement, music and song to create a visceral, complex and urgent piece of theatre. This is a show that brings together Scotland s military history and its proud tradition of popular, political theatre to address one of the thorniest issues of our time.
Who’s in it. Black Watch stars David Colvin as Macca, Brian Ferguson as Cammy, Ali Craig as Stewarty and Paul Rattray as Granty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Black Watch 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 Black Watch page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Watch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Watch (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Watch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Watch worth watching?
- Black Watch holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Black Watch?
- Black Watch stars David Colvin, Brian Ferguson, Ali Craig, Paul Rattray and Henry Pettigrew.
- When was Black Watch released?
- Black Watch was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 154 minutes.