# Where to watch Basic (2003) in the UK

> Basic (2003) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2003  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T15:16:01.370Z)  

## Synopsis

When a hurricane hits a US Army base on the edge of the Panama Canal, an elite covert operations team of US Army Rangers recruits are on a routine jungle training exercise that goes horribly awry. Only two recruits are rescued, one of which is badly injured, but both have different accounts regarding the fate of their leader, legendary and ruthless Army Ranger Drill Sergeant Nathan West, and the rest of their platoon. Tom Hardy, an ex-army Ranger turned maverick DEA agent is brought in to solve the mystery and uncover what really happened out there.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

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

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/10782-basic/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Basic&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Basic)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Basic&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Basic)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Basic in the UK?**

Basic (2003) 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 Basic?**

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, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Basic?**

Yes. Basic can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 Basic on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Basic 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/10782/basic-2003
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/jtyF4NF9fQlyGP8cgU1mK3DLUTB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10782/basic-2003.json

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