# Where to watch Departures (2008) in the UK

> Departures (2008) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 130 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T19:09:56.028Z)  

## Synopsis

Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for Departures 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 Departures in the UK?**

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

Departures 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/16804/departures-2008
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/mms4nMZuPYOyEengRxCaEk7SXMd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/16804/departures-2008.json

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