My Uncle Silas (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Series · ★ 8.5
Released in 2001, My Uncle Silas is a drama, comedy and family series.
What it’s about. In 1901, a middle-class schoolboy whose parents are working abroad spends his summer in Bedfordshire with his great-uncle Silas. Though sixty years old, Silas relishes life—he’s a womaniser, drinker, and a poacher. At the prompting of his long-suffering housekeeper, Mrs Betts, he takes on the occasional odd job.
Who’s in it. My Uncle Silas stars Albert Finney as Uncle Silas, Sue Johnston as Mrs Betts, Joe Prospero as Edward and Julian Holloway as Uncle George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, My Uncle Silas sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Uncle Silas page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Uncle Silas tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Uncle Silas (2001)?
- In US, My Uncle Silas is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is My Uncle Silas worth watching?
- My Uncle Silas holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, comedy and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in My Uncle Silas?
- My Uncle Silas stars Albert Finney, Sue Johnston, Joe Prospero, Julian Holloway and Jennifer Piercey.
- When was My Uncle Silas released?
- My Uncle Silas was released in 2001.