# Where to watch Richard II (1978) in the UK

> Richard II (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 157 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T00:46:44.710Z)  

## Synopsis

Richard II, who ascended the throne as a child, is a regal and stately monarch. He believes he is the rightful ruler of England, ordained by God, yet he is a weak and ineffective king -  wasteful in his spending habits, unwise in his choise of chansellors, and detached from his country and its people. When he seizes the land of his cousin Henry Bolingbroke, both the commoners and the barons decide that their king has gone too far...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for Richard II in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Richard II in the UK?**

Richard II (1978) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is Richard II on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Richard II 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?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/119924/richard-ii-1978
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/unIplTnxHEkgFjmUyJHHubRGxUz.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/119924/richard-ii-1978.json

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