An Ungentlemanly Act (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1992, An Ungentlemanly Act is a drama, war, tv movie and history film directed by Stuart Urban, running about 130 minutes. “War... an uncivilized business.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Based on actual accounts, this film portrays the days and hours before and during the invasion of the Falkland Islands by Argentina, which eventually lead to the Falklands War. As the Argentine forces land on the main island and make their way towards Government House, the handful of British defenders batten down the hatches and prepare to defend the Governor Rex Hunt, his family and their fellow islanders from the invaders.

Who’s in it. An Ungentlemanly Act stars Ian Richardson as His Excellency, Governor Rex Hunt, Rosemary Leach as Mavis Hunt, Hugh Ross as Major Gary Noott and Bob Peck as Major Mike Norman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, An Ungentlemanly Act has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch An Ungentlemanly Act (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for An Ungentlemanly Act change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is An Ungentlemanly Act worth watching?
An Ungentlemanly Act holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in An Ungentlemanly Act?
An Ungentlemanly Act stars Ian Richardson, Rosemary Leach, Hugh Ross, Bob Peck and Ian McNeice.
When was An Ungentlemanly Act released?
An Ungentlemanly Act was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.