# Where to watch Animals Are Beautiful People (1974) in the UK

> Animals Are Beautiful People (1974) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1974  
**Runtime:** 92 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Documentary, Family  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T22:53:08.971Z)  

## Synopsis

Animals Are Beautiful People (also called Beautiful People) is a 1974 South African nature documentary written, produced, directed, filmed and edited by Jamie Uys, about the wildlife in Southern Africa, presented with comedic elements. It was filmed in the Namib Desert, the Kalahari Desert and at the Okavango River and Okavango Delta. It was the recipient of the 1974 Golden Globe Award for Best Documentary Film. The film, a critical and commercial success, was independently made by Uys, also known for his later African comedy The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980).

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Animals Are Beautiful People in the UK?**

Animals Are Beautiful People (1974) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Animals Are Beautiful People?**

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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Animals Are Beautiful People?**

Yes. Animals Are Beautiful People 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 Animals Are Beautiful People on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Animals Are Beautiful People 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?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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