Where to watch Speak Like a Child (1998) in the UK
Speak Like a Child (1998) is currently available to stream in the UK on Now TV Cinema. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Speak Like a Child, the feature film debut of documentary director John Akomfrah, explores the intense friendship that evolves between three troubled teenagers growing up in an isolated children's home on the Northumbrian coast. The desolate beauty of the coastline is captured in stunning panoramas, while strong performances by the young cast help to create a lyrical and poignant drama.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Speak Like a Child.
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Cal MacAninchBilly -
Rachel FieldingRuby -
Fraser AyresSammy (Age 14) -
Alison MacRuby (Age 14)
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Carla HenryDorothy
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Gavin GreenBernie
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Emma ArmitageKaty
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Tim BirdDavid
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Speak Like a Child — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Speak Like a Child in the UK?
Speak Like a Child (1998) is currently included in subscriptions to Now TV Cinema in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
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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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.
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Speak Like a Child is currently included with: Now TV Cinema.
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