Where to watch Better Things (2008) in the UK
Better Things (2008) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Gail's agoraphobia keeps her inside where she escapes into romance novels. She shares a house with her Nan, recently back from the hospital. Gradually, they both try to reach out to each other to break their isolation. Rob plunges further into his addiction as a way of numbing his heartbreak over the death of his girlfriend. In his stupor, he dreams of embracing her again. Mr & Mrs Gladwin are going through a shift in their 60 year relationship. Years of resentment and unspoken truths have built a barrier between them that Mrs Gladwin, in her abiding love, tries to erode in little gestures.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Better Things.
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Tara BallardSarah
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Betty BenchMrs Gladwin
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Michael SochaMike -
Freddie CunliffeJon -
Patricia LovelandNan Wilson
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Frank BenchMr Gladwin
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Rachel McIntyreGail Wilson
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Che CorrDavid
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Better Things (2008) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.
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