Where to watch The General (1998) in the UK
The General (1998) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Pluto TV. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The extraordinary true story of the rise and fall of the gangster, Martin Cahill.
The real-life story of Dublin folk hero and criminal Martin Cahill, who pulled off two daring robberies in Ireland with his team, but attracted unwanted attention from the police, the I.R.A., the U.V.F., and members of his own team.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The General.
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Brendan GleesonMartin Cahill -
Adrian DunbarNoel Curley -
Sean McGinleyGary -
Maria Doyle KennedyFrances -
Angeline BallTina -
Jon VoightInspector Ned Kenny -
Eanna MacLiamJimmy -
Tom MurphyWillie Byrne
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Where can I watch The General for free in the UK?
The General (1998) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Pluto TV in the United Kingdom.
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The General is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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