Where to watch Watership Down (1978) in the UK
Watership Down (1978) is currently available to stream in the UK on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
All the world will be your enemy, Prince with a Thousand Enemies, and when they catch you, they will kill you... but first they must catch you.
When the warren belonging to a community of rabbits is threatened, a brave group led by Fiver, Bigwig, Blackberry and Hazel leave their homeland in a search of a safe new haven.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Watership Down.
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John HurtHazel (voice) -
Richard BriersFiver (voice) -
Michael Graham CoxBigwig (voice) -
John BennettCaptain Holly (voice) -
Ralph RichardsonChief Rabbit (voice) -
Simon CadellBlackberry (voice) -
Terence RigbySilver (voice) -
Roy KinnearPipkin (voice)
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Watership Down — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Watership Down in the UK?
Watership Down (1978) is currently included in subscriptions to BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel 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 Watership Down?
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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Watership Down?
Yes. Watership Down can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 Watership Down on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Watership Down is currently included with: BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.
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