# Where to watch The Great Buck Howard (2008) in the UK

> The Great Buck Howard (2008) is currently available to stream in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels. It can also be rented from Amazon Video and Sky Store or bought from Amazon Video and Sky Store. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T20:33:06.145Z)  

## Synopsis

When a law school dropout answers an advertisement to be a personal assistant he unknowingly signs on to work for a belligerent has-been magician struggling to resurrect his career. This leads to a journey across the country staging the comeback of a lifetime.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Great%20Buck%20Howard&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Great%20Buck%20Howard&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Great%20Buck%20Howard)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Great%20Buck%20Howard&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Great%20Buck%20Howard)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Great Buck Howard in the UK?**

The Great Buck Howard (2008) is currently included in subscriptions to Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels 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 The Great Buck Howard?**

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 Amazon Video and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Great Buck Howard?**

Yes. The Great Buck Howard can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Great Buck Howard on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Great Buck Howard is currently included with: Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

**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/16279/the-great-buck-howard-2008
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/iglKvmA7sq6Pnd6KWFnT6WW9Vpn.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/16279/the-great-buck-howard-2008.json

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