# Where to watch On the Nickel (1980) in the UK

> On the Nickel (1980) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1980  
**Runtime:** 96 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T09:48:00.713Z)  

## Synopsis

Sam, a recovering alcoholic, feels dissatisfied with his life of sobriety and goes back in search of the good times he enjoyed with his wino friends on "the Nickel" of Los Angeles' skid row.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for On the Nickel in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch On the Nickel in the UK?**

On the Nickel (1980) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is On the Nickel on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

On the Nickel 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/148958/on-the-nickel-1980
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/cHuOmyGMcvCqfRLDFmvHyhLbNQW.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/148958/on-the-nickel-1980.json

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