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Best British movies on Netflix in the UK
The highest-rated British movies streaming on Netflix in the UK, ranked by TMDB user score (at least 200 votes). 124 well-reviewed titles out of 426. Top picks right now: David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet, I Swear, The Prestige, Virunga and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind. 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: Best British movies on Netflix in the UK
Updated · Ranked by average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes · Subscription titles only
- David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet (2020) · ★ 8.4/10 · Documentary, Drama
The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the… - I Swear (2025) · ★ 8.3/10 · Drama, History
Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the… - The Prestige (2006) · ★ 8.2/10 · Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction
A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and… - Virunga (2014) · ★ 7.9/10 · Documentary, War
Virunga in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is Africa’s oldest national park, a UNESCO world heritage site, and a contested ground among insurgencies seeking to… - The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019) · ★ 7.9/10 · Drama, History
Against all the odds, a thirteen year old boy in Malawi invents an unconventional way to save his family and village from famine. - The Greatest Night in Pop (2024) · ★ 7.9/10 · Documentary, Music
On a January night in 1985, music's biggest stars gathered to record "We Are the World." This documentary goes behind the scenes of the historic event. - Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom (2015) · ★ 7.9/10 · Documentary
Over 93 days in Ukraine, what started as peaceful student demonstrations became a violent revolution and full-fledged civil rights movement. - 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… - The Dark Knight Rises (2012) · ★ 7.8/10 · Action, Crime, Drama
Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently… - Marriage Story (2019) · ★ 7.7/10 · Drama
A stage director and an actress struggle through a grueling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal extremes. - Ricky Gervais: Humanity (2018) · ★ 7.7/10 · Comedy
In his first special in seven years, Ricky Gervais slings his trademark snark at celebrity, mortality and a society that takes everything personally. - The Kissing Booth 2 (2020) · ★ 7.6/10 · Comedy, Romance
With college decisions looming, Elle juggles her long-distance romance with Noah, changing relationship with bestie Lee and feelings for a new classmate. - Hilda and the Mountain King (2021) · ★ 7.5/10 · Animation, Adventure, Fantasy
When Hilda wakes up in the body of a troll, she must use her wits and courage to get back home, become human again — and save the city of Trolberg. - Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024) · ★ 7.5/10 · Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Gromit’s concern that Wallace is becoming too dependent on his inventions proves justified, when Wallace invents a “smart” gnome that seems to develop a mind of its own.… - Baby Driver (2017) · ★ 7.4/10 · Action, Crime
After being coerced into working for a crime boss, a young getaway driver finds himself taking part in a heist doomed to fail. - The Swimmers (2022) · ★ 7.4/10 · Drama, History
From war-torn Syria to the 2016 Rio Olympics, two young sisters embark on a risky voyage, putting their hearts and their swimming skills to heroic use. - Ricky Gervais: SuperNature (2022) · ★ 7.4/10 · Comedy
With his signature pitch-black sense of humor, Ricky Gervais takes the stage at the London Palladium in this provocative stand-up comedy special. - The White Helmets (2016) · ★ 7.4/10 · Documentary, War
As daily airstrikes pound civilian targets in Syria, a group of indomitable first responders risk their lives to rescue victims from the rubble. - Cunk on Life (2024) · ★ 7.4/10 · Comedy, TV Movie
Pioneering documentary maker Philomena Cunk returns with her most ambitious quest to date: venturing right up the universe and everything to examine life and existence… - Tell Me Who I Am (2019) · ★ 7.4/10 · Documentary, Drama, Mystery
In this documentary, Alex trusts his twin, Marcus, to tell him about his past after he loses his memory. But Marcus is hiding a dark family secret.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best British movies on Netflix in the UK?
As of 9 October 2026, the highest-rated British movies on Netflix in the UK are David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet (2020, rated 8.4/10), I Swear (2025, rated 8.3/10), The Prestige (2006, rated 8.2/10), Virunga (2014, rated 7.9/10) and The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (2019, rated 7.9/10). The ranking uses TMDB user ratings and only counts films with at least 200 votes.
How many British movies are on Netflix in the UK?
There are 426 British movies on Netflix in the UK included with a Netflix 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 average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes. Last updated 9 October 2026.
