# Where to watch The Onedin Line (1971) in the UK

> The Onedin Line (1971) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1971  
**Runtime:** 50 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Seasons:** 8  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T19:01:03.462Z)  

## Synopsis

The Onedin Line is a BBC television drama series which ran from 1971 to 1980. The series was created by Cyril Abraham.

The series is set in Liverpool from 1860 to 1886 and deals with the rise of a shipping line, the Onedin Line, named after its owner James Onedin. Around this central theme are the lives of his family, most notably his brother and partner, shop owner Robert, and his sister Elizabeth, giving insight into the lifestyle and customs at the time, not only at sea, but also ashore. The series also illustrates some of the changes in business and shipping, such as from wooden to steel ships and from sailing ships to steam ships. It shows the role that ships played in affairs like international politics, uprisings and the slave trade.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Onedin Line in the UK?**

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