# Where to watch American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (2024) in the UK

> American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (2024) is currently available to stream in the UK on PBS America Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2024  
**Runtime:** 112 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-16T23:33:59.469Z)  

## Synopsis

The little-known story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 — the only coup d’état in the history of the US. Stoking fears of 'Negro Rule', self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to destroy Black political and economic power and overthrow Wilmington’s democratically-elected, multi-racial government. Black residents were murdered and thousands were banished. The story of what happened in Wilmington was suppressed for decades until descendants and scholars began to investigate. Today, many of those descendants — Black and white — seek the truth about this intentionally buried history.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [PBS America Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=American%20Coup%3A%20Wilmington%201898&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=American%20Coup%3A%20Wilmington%201898&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=American%20Coup%3A%20Wilmington%201898&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream American Coup: Wilmington 1898 in the UK?**

American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (2024) is currently included in subscriptions to PBS America Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent American Coup: Wilmington 1898?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of American Coup: Wilmington 1898?**

Yes. American Coup: Wilmington 1898 can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is American Coup: Wilmington 1898 on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

American Coup: Wilmington 1898 is currently included with: PBS America Amazon Channel.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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