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title: "The Spirit of '45"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-spirit-of-45-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 164580
imdb_id: "tt2332801"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 27
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Spirit of '45 (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-spirit-of-45-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Spirit of '45.
Year: 2013.
Genre: Documentary and History.
Director: Ken Loach (British).
Runtime: 1h 34m.
Release Date (GB): 03/15/2013.
Subject Matter: Radical changes in post-war Britain under the Labour government of Clement Attlee (1945–1951).
Key Details: The Labour Party created the welfare state, nationalized many business sectors, and created a fairer society.
Conflict/Plot: As Margaret Thatcher rose to power in 1979, virtually all of Clement Attlee's innovations were dismantled by successive governments.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, BFI Player, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ken Loach
- **Networks / Studios**: Sixteen Films, Fly Film, Film4 Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kate Hardie** as *Reader (voice)*
- **Jamie Michie** as *Reader (Voice)*
- **Tansy Hoskins** as *Reader (Voice)*
- **Trevor Fox** as *Reader (Voice)*
- **Mark Womack** as *Reader (Voice)*
- **Tony Benn** as *Himself - Contributor*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Spirit of '45 online?
The Spirit of '45 is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Spirit of '45 worth watching?
The Spirit of '45 holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 27 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, History for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Spirit of '45 and when was it released?
The Spirit of '45 is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Spirit of '45?
The Spirit of '45 was directed by Ken Loach.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Spirit of '45 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/164580)
- [The Spirit of '45 (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2332801/fullcredits/)
- [The Spirit of '45 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Spirit_of_%2745)
- [The Spirit of '45 (2013) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/164580-the-spirit-of-45)
- [The Spirit of '45 - Wikipedia](https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Spirit_of_%2745)
- [The Spirit of '45 (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-spirit-of-45/credits)

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