# Where to watch The Merchant of Venice (2004) in the UK

> The Merchant of Venice (2004) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV or bought from Rakuten TV. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2004  
**Runtime:** 132 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T00:43:43.211Z)  

## Synopsis

Venice, 1596. Bassanio begs his friend Antonio, a prosperous merchant, to lend him a large sum of money so that he can woo Portia, a very wealthy heiress; but Antonio has invested his fortune abroad, so they turn to Shylock, a Jewish moneylender, and ask him for a loan.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Merchant%20of%20Venice)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Merchant%20of%20Venice)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Merchant%20of%20Venice)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Merchant of Venice for free in the UK?**

The Merchant of Venice (2004) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Merchant of Venice?**

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 Rakuten TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Merchant of Venice?**

Yes. The Merchant of Venice can be bought as a digital download from Rakuten TV in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Merchant of Venice on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Merchant of Venice 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/11162/the-merchant-of-venice-2004
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/bvpPg5oTD1qT7hjY3BOsoniYdHG.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11162/the-merchant-of-venice-2004.json

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