# Where to watch Death and the Civil War (2012) in the UK

> Death and the Civil War (2012) is currently available to stream in the UK on PBS America Amazon 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 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 117 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T10:57:54.756Z)  

## Synopsis

Based on the best-selling book by Drew Gilpin Faust, this film will explore how the American Civil War created a "republic of suffering" and will chart the far-reaching social, political, and social changes brought about by the pervasive presence and fear of death during the Civil War.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [PBS America Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Death%20and%20the%20Civil%20War&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Death%20and%20the%20Civil%20War)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Death%20and%20the%20Civil%20War&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Death%20and%20the%20Civil%20War)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Death%20and%20the%20Civil%20War&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Death and the Civil War in the UK?**

Death and the Civil War (2012) is currently included in subscriptions to PBS America Amazon 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 Death and the Civil War?**

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 Death and the Civil War?**

Yes. Death and the Civil War 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 Death and the Civil War on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Death and the Civil War is currently included with: PBS America Amazon Channel.

**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/1241224/death-and-the-civil-war-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/kO8AhuRQvzB1MxIA7rqR3nfeLMI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1241224/death-and-the-civil-war-2012.json

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