# Where to watch Heaven Can Wait (1978) in the UK

> Heaven Can Wait (1978) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 101 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Fantasy, Comedy, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T03:01:06.497Z)  

## Synopsis

Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is chosen. His wife and accountant—the murderers—are confused by this development, as he buys the L.A. Rams in order to once again quarterback them into the Superbowl.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Heaven Can Wait in the UK?**

Heaven Can Wait (1978) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Heaven Can Wait?**

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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Heaven Can Wait?**

Yes. Heaven Can Wait can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Heaven Can Wait on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Heaven Can Wait 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?**

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/12185/heaven-can-wait-1978
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/h1yOiO9cow6gwmGxSAWvPdY4lhJ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/12185/heaven-can-wait-1978.json

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