# Where to watch The Business of Being Born (2008) in the UK

> The Business of Being Born (2008) is currently available to stream in the UK on Gaia Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 87 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:48:46.001Z)  

## Synopsis

Birth: it's a miracle. A rite of passage. A natural part of life. But more than anything, birth is a business. Compelled to find answers after a disappointing birth experience with her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to explore the maternity care system in America

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Gaia Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Business%20of%20Being%20Born&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Business%20of%20Being%20Born&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Business%20of%20Being%20Born&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Business of Being Born in the UK?**

The Business of Being Born (2008) is currently included in subscriptions to Gaia Amazon Channel 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 Business of Being Born?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Business of Being Born?**

Yes. The Business of Being Born can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Business of Being Born on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Business of Being Born is currently included with: Gaia Amazon Channel.

**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/18218/the-business-of-being-born-2008
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/39IEAvj5u0gitcGgo0HylPAfuWS.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/18218/the-business-of-being-born-2008.json

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