# Where to watch On Fire (1987) in the UK

> On Fire (1987) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T18:51:13.601Z)  

## Synopsis

Joe is an arson investigator for the fire department. He has a loving and devoted wife and has two just as loving and devoted sons. Things couldn't be better for him until he learns that the department wants to retire him. He does so reluctantly. He then falls into a deep depression because, while most people look forward to retirement, he doesn't. So, his wife and children do their best to lift his spirits but all he does is push them away.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=On%20Fire&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=On%20Fire&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1023758-on-fire/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=On%20Fire&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=On%20Fire&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=On%20Fire&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream On Fire in the UK?**

On Fire (1987) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent On Fire?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of On Fire?**

Yes. On Fire can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is On Fire on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

On Fire is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1023758/on-fire-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/zJXNiyCatTpdzEdxQjBu5U5PIla.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1023758/on-fire-1987.json

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