12 Years a Slave
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected kindnesses Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his unforgettable odyssey, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.
Drama movies on Channel 4 in the UK
The most popular drama movies streaming on Channel 4 in the UK right now. 30 titles in total. Top picks right now: 12 Years a Slave, The Florida Project, The Bridge on the River Kwai, Boiling Point and Bone Tomahawk. Use the filters to narrow it down by actor, language, year or rating, and tap any poster for the trailer and where to stream it.
Top 20: Drama movies on Channel 4 in the UK
Updated · Ranked by TMDB popularity, which reflects what people are watching and searching for this week · Subscription titles only
- 12 Years a Slave (2013) · ★ 7.9/10 · Drama, History
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well as unexpected… - The Florida Project (2017) · ★ 7.4/10 · Drama
The story of a precocious six year-old and her ragtag group of friends whose summer break is filled with childhood wonder, possibility and a sense of adventure while the… - The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) · ★ 7.8/10 · Drama, History, War
The classic story of English POWs in Burma forced to build a bridge to aid the war effort of their Japanese captors. British and American intelligence officers conspire… - Boiling Point (2021) · ★ 7.3/10 · Drama, Thriller
A head chef balances multiple personal and professional crises at a popular restaurant in London. - Bone Tomahawk (2015) · ★ 6.9/10 · Drama, Horror, Western
During a shootout in a saloon, Sheriff Hunt injures a suspicious stranger. The doctor's assistant, wife of the local foreman, tends to him in prison. That night, the… - How to Have Sex (2023) · ★ 6.2/10 · Drama
Three British teenage girls go on a rites-of-passage holiday—drinking, clubbing and hooking up, in what should be the best summer of their lives. - Minari (2021) · ★ 7.3/10 · Drama
A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of this new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they… - Official Competition (2021) · ★ 6.6/10 · Comedy, Drama
When a billionaire entrepreneur impulsively decides to create an iconic movie, he demands the best. Renowned filmmaker Lola Cuevas is recruited to mastermind this… - The Quiet Girl (2022) · ★ 7.5/10 · Drama
A quiet, neglected girl is sent away from her dysfunctional family to live with relatives for the summer. She blossoms in their care, but in this house where there are… - The Greatest Hits (2024) · ★ 6.5/10 · Drama, Music, Romance
Harriet finds art imitating life when she discovers certain songs can transport her back in time – literally. While she relives the past through romantic memories of her… - All We Imagine as Light (2024) · ★ 6.8/10 · Drama, Romance
In Mumbai, Nurse Prabha's routine is troubled when she receives an unexpected gift from her estranged husband. Her younger roommate, Anu, tries in vain to find a spot in… - Pig (2021) · ★ 6.6/10 · Drama, Thriller, Mystery
A truffle hunter who lives alone in the Oregon wilderness must visit Portland to find the mysterious person who stole his beloved foraging pig. - Les Misérables (2019) · ★ 7.6/10 · Crime, Drama, Thriller
Stéphane has recently joined the Anti-Crime Squad in Montfermeil, in the suburbs of Paris, France, where Victor Hugo set his famed novel “Les Miserables”. Alongside his… - Petite Maman (2021) · ★ 7.1/10 · Drama, Fantasy
After the death of her beloved grandmother, eight-year-old Nelly meets a strangely familiar girl her own age in the woods. Instantly forming a connection with this… - The Motorcycle Diaries (2004) · ★ 7.4/10 · Drama
Based on the journals of Che Guevara, leader of the Cuban Revolution. In his memoirs, Guevara recounts adventures he and best friend Alberto Granado had while crossing… - Vesper (2022) · ★ 6.2/10 · Science Fiction, Drama, Adventure
After the collapse of Earth's ecosystem, Vesper, a 13-year-old girl struggling to survive with her paralyzed Father, meets a mysterious Woman with a secret that forces… - The Beast (2024) · ★ 6.3/10 · Science Fiction, Drama, Romance
In the near future where emotions have become a threat, Gabrielle finally decides to purify her DNA in a machine that will immerse her in her past lives and rid her of… - Corsage (2022) · ★ 6.1/10 · Drama, History
A fictional account of one year in the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. On Christmas Eve 1877, Elisabeth, once idolized for her beauty, turns 40 and is officially… - The Sacrifice (1986) · ★ 7.7/10 · Drama
Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun. - Agatha and the Truth of Murder (2018) · ★ 6.4/10 · Drama, Mystery
England, December 1926. Although her personal life is in tatters, the famous writer Agatha Christie decides to leave everything behind to help unravel an unsolved murder…
Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular drama movies on Channel 4 in the UK right now?
As of 9 October 2026, the most popular drama movies on Channel 4 in the UK are 12 Years a Slave (2013, rated 7.9/10), The Florida Project (2017, rated 7.4/10), The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957, rated 7.8/10), Boiling Point (2021, rated 7.3/10) and Bone Tomahawk (2015, rated 6.9/10).
How many drama movies are on Channel 4 in the UK?
There are 30 drama movies on Channel 4 in the UK included with a Channel 4 subscription, as of 9 October 2026.
How is this list made and how often is it updated?
The list is rebuilt every day from The Movie Database (TMDB), with streaming availability supplied by JustWatch. Only titles included with a subscription are listed (no rentals or purchases). Films are ranked by TMDB popularity, which reflects what people are watching and searching for this week. Last updated 9 October 2026.
