# Where to watch Breaking the Waves (1996) in the UK

> Breaking the Waves (1996) is currently available to stream in the UK on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Curzon Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1996  
**Runtime:** 159 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T19:06:58.249Z)  

## Synopsis

In a small, conservative Scottish village, an oilman is paralyzed in an accident. His wife, who prayed for his return, feels guilty; even more, when he urges her to have sex with another.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/145-breaking-the-waves/watch?locale=GB)
- [BFI Player Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Breaking%20the%20Waves&i=instant-video)
- [Curzon Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Breaking%20the%20Waves&i=instant-video)
- [BFI Player Apple TV Channel](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20the%20Waves)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20the%20Waves)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Breaking%20the%20Waves&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Breaking%20the%20Waves&c=movies)
- [Curzon Home Cinema](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/145-breaking-the-waves/watch?locale=GB)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Breaking%20the%20Waves+film)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Breaking the Waves in the UK?**

Breaking the Waves (1996) is currently included in subscriptions to BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Curzon Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV 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 Breaking the Waves?**

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, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Breaking the Waves?**

Yes. Breaking the Waves can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 Breaking the Waves on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Breaking the Waves is currently included with: BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Curzon Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV 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/145/breaking-the-waves-1996
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dQWMcdHXUOSHtr7ypOCa5T79JMS.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/145/breaking-the-waves-1996.json

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