# Where to watch Barbaric Genius (2012) in the UK

> Barbaric Genius (2012) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, GuideDoc, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T15:56:28.662Z)  

## Synopsis

The remarkable story of John Healy's rise from wino and street thief to chess master and award-winning author.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=Barbaric%20Genius)
- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbaric%20Genius&i=instant-video)
- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=Barbaric%20Genius)
- [GuideDoc](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/111955-barbaric-genius/watch?locale=GB)
- [Netflix Standard with Ads](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=Barbaric%20Genius)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbaric%20Genius&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Barbaric Genius in the UK?**

Barbaric Genius (2012) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, GuideDoc, Netflix Standard with Ads, 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 Barbaric Genius?**

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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Barbaric Genius?**

Yes. Barbaric Genius 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 Barbaric Genius on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Barbaric Genius is currently included with: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, GuideDoc, Netflix Standard with Ads, 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/111955/barbaric-genius-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/31fROKgC2rLsfnimB4v7aFx4ZDW.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/111955/barbaric-genius-2012.json

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