Tales of the Black Freighter (2009) film poster — UK streaming guide

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Name: Tales of the Black Freighter
Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure, Horror
Released: 2009-03-24
Duration: 26 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Gerard Butler, Jared Harris, Cam Clarke, Siobhan Flynn, Salli Saffioti

Tales of the Black Freighter (2009) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

A mariner survives an attack from the dreaded pirates of the Black Freighter, but his struggle to return home to warn it has a horrific cost.

Film
2009
26 min
★ 6.6/10 TMDB
Animation
Action
Adventure
Horror

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DirectorsDaniel DelPurgatorio, Mike Smith

WritersZack Snyder, Alex Tse

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Tales of the Black Freighter — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tales of the Black Freighter in the UK?

Tales of the Black Freighter (2009) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.

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

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