# Where to watch The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) in the UK

> The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1996  
**Runtime:** 109 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Thriller, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T04:28:52.789Z)  

## Synopsis

Sir Robert Beaumont is behind schedule on a railroad in Africa. Enlisting noted engineer John Henry Patterson to right the ship, Beaumont expects results. Everything seems great until the crew discovers the mutilated corpse of the project's foreman, seemingly killed by a lion. After several more attacks, Patterson calls in famed hunter Charles Remington, who has finally met his match in the bloodthirsty lions.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Ghost%20and%20the%20Darkness+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Ghost and the Darkness in the UK?**

The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Ghost and the Darkness?**

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 Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Ghost and the Darkness?**

Yes. The Ghost and the Darkness can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Ghost and the Darkness on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Ghost and the Darkness is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**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/10586/the-ghost-and-the-darkness-1996
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/3KEPs6RKlin9pT9fqjtW7MSLC8H.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10586/the-ghost-and-the-darkness-1996.json

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