# Where to watch Reds (1981) in the UK

> Reds (1981) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 195 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-03T23:37:59.528Z)  

## Synopsis

An account of the revolutionary years of the legendary American journalist John Reed, who shared his adventurous professional life with his radical commitment to the socialist revolution in Russia, his dream of spreading its principles among the members of the American working class, and his troubled romantic relationship with the writer Louise Bryant.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Reds)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Reds&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Reds&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Reds)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Reds+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Reds)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Reds&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Reds&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Reds)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Reds+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Reds in the UK?**

Reds (1981) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Reds?**

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 Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Reds?**

Yes. Reds can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

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

Reds 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?**

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/18254/reds-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/AeiKdVVM93fwfQG1m3N0cgVZgHl.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/18254/reds-1981.json

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