Our Friends in the North
An epic tale of a changing Britain over four decades, seen through the eyes of four friends.
Where to watch Our Friends in the North in United States
Britbox Apple TV Channel Click a service to open Our Friends in the North there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
About Our Friends in the North
Our Friends in the North is a 1996 English-language war & politics and drama series created by Peter Flannery. The cast is led by Christopher Eccleston, Gina McKee, Mark Strong. It spans 1 season and 9 episodes and has concluded. In United States, it is currently streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel .
It was first aired on January 15, 1996, and carries a 18 certification.
- Director
- Stuart Urban, Pedr James
- Created by
- Peter Flannery
- First aired
- January 15, 1996
- Last aired
- March 11, 1996
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 18
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (9 episodes)
- Network
- BBC Two
Our Friends in the North cast & crew
Our Friends in the North was created by Peter Flannery.
The cast features Christopher Eccleston as Nicky Hutchinson, Gina McKee as Mary Cox, Mark Strong as Tosker Cox, Daniel Craig as Geordie Peacock, Peter Vaughan as Felix Hutchinson, and Alun Armstrong as Austin Donohue.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Charles Pattinson and Michael Wearing.
Is Our Friends in the North worth watching?
With 1 season and 9 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy war & politics and drama, Our Friends in the North is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Our Friends in the North
In United States, you can stream Our Friends in the North on Britbox Apple TV Channel . Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Our Friends in the North
Christopher Eccleston
Nicky Hutchinson
Gina McKee
Mary Cox
Mark Strong
Tosker Cox
Daniel Craig
Geordie Peacock
Peter Vaughan
Felix Hutchinson
Alun Armstrong
Austin Donohue
David Bradley
Eddie Wells
Freda Dowie
Florrie Hutchinson
Malcolm McDowell
Benny Barratt
Our Friends in the North — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Our Friends in the North in United States?
Our Friends in the North is streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸Is Our Friends in the North on Britbox Apple TV Channel ?
Yes — Our Friends in the North is currently available on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸What language is Our Friends in the North in?
Our Friends in the North is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Our Friends in the North are there?
Our Friends in the North has 1 season with 9 episodes in total.
▸What is Our Friends in the North rated?
Our Friends in the North is rated 18. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 25 ratings.
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