# Where to watch The Next Best Thing (2000) in the UK

> The Next Best Thing (2000) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2000  
**Runtime:** 108 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.2/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T10:43:48.656Z)  

## Synopsis

A comedy-drama about best friends - one a straight woman, Abbie, the other a gay man, Robert - who decide to have a child together. Five years later, Abbie falls in love with a straight man and wants to move away with her and Robert's little boy Sam, and a nasty custody battle ensues.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for The Next Best Thing 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 The Next Best Thing in the UK?**

The Next Best Thing (2000) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is The Next Best Thing on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Next Best Thing 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

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1831/the-next-best-thing-2000
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/iYK1ZUtY4etcn91glUmrGuZRH6M.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1831/the-next-best-thing-2000.json

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