Movie

Ascendancy

★ 4.7(9)19831h 32m

Ascendancy is streaming on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel in United Kingdom. Availability checked 14 June 2026.

Where to watch Ascendancy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Good to know

Director: Edward Bennett
Release date: 1983-01-01
Runtime: 1h 32m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Ireland

About Ascendancy

Ascendancy is a 1983 movie in the Drama, War and History genres, directed by Edward Bennett, starring Julie Covington, Ian Charleson and John Phillips. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.7/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ascendancy in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ascendancy is a 1983 British film. It tells the story of a woman who is a member of the British landowning 'Ascendancy' in Ireland during World War I. Gradually, she learns about the Irish independence movement, and becomes involved with it.

Cast

Julie Covington

Connie Wintour

Ian Charleson

Lt. Ryder

John Phillips

Wintour

Susan Engel

Nurse

Philip Locke

Dr Strickland

Kieran Montague

Dr Kelson

Rynagh O'Grady

Rose

Philomena McDonagh

Mary

Michael McKnight

Vesey

Jeremy Sinden

Darcy

Walter McMonagle

Dawson

Shay Gorman

Keir

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ascendancy in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream Ascendancy on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

Is Ascendancy on Netflix?+

Ascendancy is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

How long is Ascendancy?+

Ascendancy has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Who stars in Ascendancy?+

Ascendancy stars Julie Covington, Ian Charleson, John Phillips, Susan Engel and Philip Locke.

When did Ascendancy come out?+

Ascendancy is a 1983 movie directed by Edward Bennett.

What genre is Ascendancy?+

Ascendancy is Drama, War and History film.

Who directed Ascendancy?+

Ascendancy was directed by Edward Bennett.