Black '47 (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2018, Black '47 is a drama and western film directed by Lance Daly, running about 100 minutes. “In Ireland’s darkest hour vengeance shines a light” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1847, when Ireland is in the grip of the Great Famine that has ravaged the country for two long years, Feeney, a hardened Irish Ranger who has been fighting for the British Army abroad, returns home to reunite with his estranged family, only to discover the cruelest reality, a black land where death reigns.
Who’s in it. Black '47 stars Hugo Weaving as Hannah, James Frecheville as Feeney, Stephen Rea as Conneely and Freddie Fox as Pope, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Black '47 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black '47 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black '47 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black '47 (2018)?
- In US, Black '47 is available to stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black '47 worth watching?
- Black '47 holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black '47?
- Black '47 stars Hugo Weaving, James Frecheville, Stephen Rea, Freddie Fox and Barry Keoghan.
- When was Black '47 released?
- Black '47 was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.