# Where to watch Local Hero (1983) in the UK

> Local Hero (1983) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and BFI Player or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1983  
**Runtime:** 111 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T20:37:17.719Z)  

## Synopsis

An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to buy up an entire village where they want to build a refinery. But things don't go as expected.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Local%20Hero&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11235-local-hero/watch?locale=GB)
- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Local%20Hero)
- [Pluto TV](https://pluto.tv/en-gb/search/Local%20Hero)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Local%20Hero)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Local%20Hero&i=instant-video)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11235-local-hero/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Local%20Hero)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Local%20Hero&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Local%20Hero)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Local Hero in the UK?**

Local Hero (1983) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video 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 Local Hero?**

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Local Hero?**

Yes. Local Hero can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Local Hero on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Local Hero is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video.

**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/11235/local-hero-1983
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/jqxD0H9a1rg5bXftsm6gsNOjt4n.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11235/local-hero-1983.json

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