# Where to watch Uprising (2021) in the UK

> Uprising (2021) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2021  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 7.8/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T06:58:17.050Z)  

## Synopsis

Steve McQueen and James Rogan’s Uprising examines three pivotal events from 1981 and how they defined race relations in Britain for a generation.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Uprising)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Uprising for free in the UK?**

Uprising (2021) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Are all seasons of Uprising on the same service?**

Not always — TV licensing is sometimes negotiated season by season. ScreenSearch shows availability across all seasons on the title's page; for season-specific availability, look at the season picker inside the search dialog.

**Is Uprising on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Uprising is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this TV series's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/129411/uprising-2021
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/5vsHfN0LN5YrrCj9QEF26U1u4d7.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/129411/uprising-2021.json

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