A United Kingdom
2016, English. Directed by Amma Asante.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 556 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch A United Kingdom
A United Kingdom isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Amma AsanteDirector
- David OyelowoSeretse Khama
- Rosamund PikeRuth Williams-Khama
- Tom FeltonRufus Lancaster
- Jack DavenportSir Alistair Canning
- Terry PhetoNaledi Khama
- Laura CarmichaelMuriel Williams
- Jessica OyelowoLady Lilly Canning
- Vusi KuneneTshekedi Khama
- Nicholas LyndhurstGeorge Williams
- Arnold OcengCharles
- Anastasia HilleDot Williams
- Charlotte HopeOlivia Lancaster
Details
- Released
- 25 November 2016
- Country
- Czech Republic, France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Guy Hibbert
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $14M
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What A United Kingdom is based on
A United Kingdom is adapted from a novel.
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A United Kingdom: quick answers
Is A United Kingdom worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 556 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A United Kingdom?
A United Kingdom runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does A United Kingdom have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A United Kingdom. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A United Kingdom parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A United Kingdom is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A United Kingdom on?
A United Kingdom isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like A United Kingdom?
If you liked A United Kingdom, try Origin, The Zone of Interest, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.
Who directed A United Kingdom?
A United Kingdom (2016) was directed by Amma Asante and stars David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Tom Felton.
What is A United Kingdom based on?
A United Kingdom is adapted from a novel.