# Where to watch Sword of the Assassin (2012) in the UK

> Sword of the Assassin (2012) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV or bought from Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Drama, Action  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T19:10:54.791Z)  

## Synopsis

Nguyen Vu is the sole survivor of his family who was executed by the empress of Vietnam. Upon discovering that his family may have been framed for crimes they did not commit, he sets out to bring justice and clear his family name.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Sword%20of%20the%20Assassin)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Sword of the Assassin in the UK?**

Sword of the Assassin (2012) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Sword of the Assassin?**

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 Rakuten TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Sword of the Assassin?**

Yes. Sword of the Assassin can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Sword of the Assassin on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Sword of the Assassin is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/143653/sword-of-the-assassin-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8WtBKbyiludfXUQsZeJVEN1rvdO.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/143653/sword-of-the-assassin-2012.json

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