Movie

United

“The true story of how the world's most popular team rose from the ashes”

★ 6.9(174)20111h 30m

United is streaming on AcornTV Amazon Channel and Acorn TV Apple TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 14 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: James Strong
Release date: 2011-01-02
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Lipsync Productions

United — trailer

About United

United is a 2011 movie in the Drama and History genres, directed by James Strong, starring Dean Andrews, Kate Ashfield and Natalie Burt. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 174 viewers. Below you can see where to watch United in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

United is based on the true story of Manchester United's legendary "Busby Babes", the youngest side ever to win the Football League and the 1958 Munich Air Crash that claimed eight of the their number. The film draws on first-hand interviews with the survivors and their families to tell the inspirational story of a team and community overcoming terrible tragedy.

Cast

Dean Andrews

Bert Whalley

Kate Ashfield

Alma George

Natalie Burt

Marion Bent

David Calder

Harold Hardman

Sam Claflin

Duncan Edwards

Werner Daehn

Professor Maurer

Shirley Dixon

Mrs Watson

John Draycott

Journalist

Neil Dudgeon

Alan Hardaker

Bill Fellows

Robert Charlton

Faton Gerbeshi

Customs Officer

Peter Gunn

PC Gunstone

Themes & keywords

airplane crashfootball (soccer)historical eventsports documentary

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch United in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream United on AcornTV Amazon Channel and Acorn TV Apple TV. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is United on Netflix?+

United is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on AcornTV Amazon Channel and Acorn TV Apple TV.

How long is United?+

United has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in United?+

United stars Dean Andrews, Kate Ashfield, Natalie Burt, David Calder and Sam Claflin.

When did United come out?+

United is a 2011 movie directed by James Strong.

What genre is United?+

United is Drama and History film.

Who directed United?+

United was directed by James Strong.