Strike: An Uncivil War

Strike: An Uncivil War is a documentary about the 1984/85 miners' strike in the United Kingdom, focusing specifically on the violent clash between police and miners at Orgreave on June 18, 1984. The film explores this industrial conflict, which divided the nation and its communities, by examining the struggle between the British mining union and the government. The narrative is constructed using archival footage, previously classified government papers, and personal accounts from those who experienced the events.

The film was directed by Daniel Gordon, following his previous works The John Akii Bua Story: An African Tragedy and Match 64: The Maracanã. It was produced by Daniel Gordon, Nick Taussig, and Fjolla Iberhysaj through Embankment Films, Doc Society, and MetFilm Production. The production features archival appearances from political figures including Margaret Thatcher, Denis Thatcher, Leon Brittan, Arthur Scargill, and Edward Heath. The movie was released on June 21, 2024, with a total runtime of 111 minutes.