# Where to watch The Head Hunter (1982) in the UK

> The Head Hunter (1982) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1982  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Action  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T07:55:48.511Z)  

## Synopsis

Former Vietnamese soldier Nguyen Dich (Chow Yun-Fat) comes to HK after the Vietnam war, as a professional killer for a gang leader.  Here he meets and falls in love with Vicky Lee (Rosamund Kwan).  He is ordered to kill her father, and later given the order to kill her too as she started to suspect him.  She then discovers that he is responsible for her fathers death...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/128954/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Head Hunter for free in the UK?**

The Head Hunter (1982) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Head Hunter?**

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 Hunter?**

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

The Head Hunter 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/128954/the-head-hunter-1982
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/czQPd5SLjwssbfjp1N1dGN5NSej.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/128954/the-head-hunter-1982.json

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