# Where to watch The Head (1959) in the UK

> The Head (1959) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1959  
**Runtime:** 91 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.1/10  
**Genres:** Science Fiction, Horror  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T10:03:57.579Z)  

## Synopsis

A scientist invents a serum that keeps a dog's head alive after its body dies. When the scientist dies of a heart attack, his crazed assistant cuts off his head and, using the serum, keeps the doctor's head alive and forces it to help him on an experiment to give his hunchbacked nurse assistant a new body.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

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

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/113128-die-nackte-und-der-satan/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Head)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Head in the UK?**

The Head (1959) 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 The Head?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Head?**

Yes. The Head can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

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

The Head 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/113128/the-head-1959
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/w70cQkZlO22CpLI1uhZX49ck2hE.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/113128/the-head-1959.json

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