# Where to watch The Red Violin (1998) in the UK > The Red Violin (1998) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch. **Type:** Film **Year:** 1998 **Runtime:** 130 minutes **TMDB rating:** 7.3/10 **Genres:** Drama, Thriller, Mystery, Music, Romance **Region:** United Kingdom (GB) **Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T03:03:33.718Z) ## Synopsis 300 years of a remarkable musical instrument. Crafted by the Italian master Bussotti (Cecchi) in 1681, the red violin has traveled through Austria, England, China, and Canada, leaving both beauty and tragedy in its wake. In Montreal, Samuel L Jackson plays an appraiser going over its complex history. ## Streaming options in the United Kingdom ### Rent (typically 24-48 hours) - [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Red%20Violin) - [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Red%20Violin&i=instant-video) ### Buy (digital download) - [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Red%20Violin) - [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Red%20Violin&i=instant-video) ## Frequently asked questions **Where can I watch The Red Violin in the UK?** The Red Violin (1998) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom. **How much does it cost to rent The Red Violin?** 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 The Red Violin?** Yes. The Red Violin 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 The Red Violin on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?** The Red Violin 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/14283/the-red-violin-1998 - Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/uPjq8PaNDhFQTzOu4Ce91f6BFgZ.jpg - JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/14283/the-red-violin-1998.json --- Generated by [ScreenSearch](https://www.screensearch.co.uk/) — a free UK-focused tool that answers "where can I watch this in the UK?" for any film or TV show. No accounts, no signup.