# Where to watch Akeelah and the Bee (2006) in the UK

> Akeelah and the Bee (2006) is currently available to stream in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2006  
**Runtime:** 113 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T16:01:41.901Z)  

## Synopsis

11-year-old Akeelah Anderson has a way with words. After winning her schoolwide spelling bee, she decides to enter the competition, despite her classmates' derision and the antipathy of her mother Tanya. Thanks to the efforts of her teacher Dr. Larabee, she reaches the finals. As she gets to know her fellow competitors, Akeelah realizes that coming first isn't everything in life.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Akeelah%20and%20the%20Bee&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Akeelah and the Bee in the UK?**

Akeelah and the Bee (2006) is currently included in subscriptions to Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels 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 Akeelah and the Bee?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of Akeelah and the Bee?**

Yes. Akeelah and the Bee can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 Akeelah and the Bee on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Akeelah and the Bee is currently included with: Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

**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/13751/akeelah-and-the-bee-2006
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tLejxaLJu8Qh5F2VKacWniMSZ3v.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/13751/akeelah-and-the-bee-2006.json

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