# Where to watch The Black Cauldron (1985) in the UK

> The Black Cauldron (1985) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1985  
**Runtime:** 80 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T20:47:57.639Z)  

## Synopsis

Taran is an assistant pigkeeper with boyish dreams of becoming a great warrior. However, he has to put the daydreaming aside when his charge, an oracular pig named Hen Wen, is kidnapped by an evil lord known as the Horned King. The villain hopes Hen will show him the way to The Black Cauldron, which has the power to create a giant army of unstoppable soldiers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Black%20Cauldron)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Black%20Cauldron)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Black%20Cauldron)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Black Cauldron in the UK?**

The Black Cauldron (1985) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Sky Store and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Black Cauldron?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Black Cauldron?**

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

The Black Cauldron 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/10957/the-black-cauldron-1985
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/h64i9e6oJs2jrDZ4QzspXMqZhPF.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/10957/the-black-cauldron-1985.json

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