# Where to watch The Necessary War (1980) in the UK

> The Necessary War (1980) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1980  
**Runtime:** 112 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T02:08:25.079Z)  

## Synopsis

Alvarez' longest documentary examination of the Cuban Revolution, this contains exceptional interviews with Fidel, Raúl, Almeida, Vilma, Haydee, Celia and Faustino Perez, among other key players in the Revolution.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Necessary War in the UK?**

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## Sources

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