# Where to watch The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) in the UK

> The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 171 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T02:01:52.248Z)  

## Synopsis

Successful surgeon Tomas leaves Prague for an operation, meets a young photographer named Tereza, and brings her back with him. Tereza is surprised to learn that Tomas is already having an affair with the bohemian Sabina, but when the Soviet invasion occurs, all three flee to Switzerland. Sabina begins an affair, Tom continues womanizing, and Tereza, disgusted, returns to Czechoslovakia. Realizing his mistake, Tomas decides to chase after her.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Unbearable%20Lightness%20of%20Being)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Unbearable%20Lightness%20of%20Being&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Unbearable%20Lightness%20of%20Being)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Unbearable%20Lightness%20of%20Being+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Unbearable Lightness of Being in the UK?**

The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Unbearable Lightness of Being?**

Yes. The Unbearable Lightness of Being can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 Unbearable Lightness of Being on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Unbearable Lightness of Being 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/10644/the-unbearable-lightness-of-being-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/g1kPEwATsCI8DnGx6ViAhUVKQSI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10644/the-unbearable-lightness-of-being-1988.json

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