A United Kingdom
“The true story of a love that shook an empire”
The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Foxtel Now, Stan, Beamafilm, Britbox Apple TV Channel | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel , Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Rakuten TV |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Diamond Films Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| South Korea | Watcha, TVING | wavve |
About A United Kingdom
A United Kingdom is a 2016 English-language drama and history film directed by Amma Asante. The cast is led by David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Tom Felton. It has a runtime of 1h 51m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
A United Kingdom was produced by Pathé, Yoruba Saxon, and Harbinger Pictures and made in Czech Republic and France. It was released on November 25, 2016, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $14 million, it went on to gross $14 million worldwide.
- Director
- Amma Asante
- Writers
- Guy Hibbert
- Release date
- November 25, 2016
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Czech Republic, France
- Budget
- $14 million
- Box office
- $14 million
- Production
- Pathé, Yoruba Saxon, Harbinger Pictures
A United Kingdom cast & crew
A United Kingdom was directed by Amma Asante and written by Guy Hibbert.
The cast features David Oyelowo as Seretse Khama, Rosamund Pike as Ruth Williams-Khama, Tom Felton as Rufus Lancaster, Jack Davenport as Sir Alistair Canning, Terry Pheto as Naledi Khama, and Laura Carmichael as Muriel Williams.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Patrick Doyle, cinematography is by Sam McCurdy, and it was produced by Widens Pkolo Dorsainville and Guy Hibbert.
Is A United Kingdom worth watching?
A United Kingdom holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 540 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 51m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, A United Kingdom is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch A United Kingdom
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Cast of A United Kingdom
David Oyelowo
Seretse Khama
Rosamund Pike
Ruth Williams-Khama
Tom Felton
Rufus Lancaster
Jack Davenport
Sir Alistair Canning
Terry Pheto
Naledi Khama
Laura Carmichael
Muriel Williams
Jessica Oyelowo
Lady Lilly Canning
Vusi Kunene
Tshekedi Khama
Nicholas Lyndhurst
George Williams
Arnold Oceng
Charles
Anastasia Hille
Dot Williams
Charlotte Hope
Olivia Lancaster
A United Kingdom — FAQs
▸Where can I watch A United Kingdom in United States?
A United Kingdom is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is A United Kingdom in?
A United Kingdom is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is A United Kingdom?
A United Kingdom runs 1 hours 51 minutes (111 minutes).
▸What is A United Kingdom rated?
A United Kingdom is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 540 ratings.
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