Y Sŵn (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film
Released in 2023, Y Sŵn is a drama and history film directed by Lee Haven Jones, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1979, when Margaret Thatcher's first government breaks a promise to establish a Welsh language television channel, a wave of civil disobedience follows. One man - Gwynfor Evans - threatens to starve himself to death unless the government comes good on its manifesto pledge. The reimagining of one of the most colourful chapters in contemporary Welsh history.
Who’s in it. Y Sŵn stars Rhodri Evan as Gwynfor Evans, Mark Lewis Jones as William Whitelaw, Eiry Thomas as Rhiannon Evans and Sian Reese-Williams as Margaret Thatcher, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Y Sŵn page.
If you liked it. Fans of Y Sŵn tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Y Sŵn (2023)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Y Sŵn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Y Sŵn?
- Y Sŵn stars Rhodri Evan, Mark Lewis Jones, Eiry Thomas, Sian Reese-Williams and Rhodri Meilir.
- When was Y Sŵn released?
- Y Sŵn was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.