Outstanding British epic 1917 with a cast of all your favourite stars gets new UK streaming home

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1917, the outstanding British epic with a stacked cast, has landed a new streaming home in the UK.

The 2019 film, directed by Sam Mendes, gained attention for its innovative technique: it was filmed to look like a single, uninterrupted shot.

Following the German army’s withdrawal to the Hindenburg Line during Operation Alberich, the film *1917* features Dean-Charles Chapman and George MacKay as soldiers tasked with delivering a vital message.

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In a desperate mission, two British soldiers venture into enemy lines to deliver a crucial message that could prevent a devastating attack.

Benedict Cumberbatch, Andrew Scott, Mark Strong, Daniel Mays, and Colin Firth join the already impressive cast, alongside Chapman and MacKay.

Okay, awesome news for anyone who loves *1917*! It just dropped on Prime Video today, so if you’re in the UK and have a subscription, you can finally watch it whenever you want. I’m definitely adding that to my watchlist!

The movie has been well-received by both viewers and critics, earning an 88% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 475 reviews.

Digital Spy called the movie an “astonishing experience” and praised it as one of the best war films released recently.

We called *1917* a gripping, intense, and unforgettable film – and the first movie of the year everyone should see.

Despite the film’s intense and effective action, it’s the quieter scenes showing the personal impact of war that are truly powerful, according to a review in *The Guardian*.

According to a review in *The Times*, Sam Mendes has created his best film yet. It combines the intense survival story of *The Revenant* with the fast-paced action of a video game, all set during World War I.

While Sam Mendes’ filmmaking skills are often remarkable, Variety noted that it’s his focus on developing believable characters, rather than flashy techniques, that truly makes 1917 a standout film of 2019.

1917 is streaming now on Prime Video.

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2025-09-16 14:50