# Where to watch Breaking Away (1979) in the UK

> Breaking Away (1979) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 101 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T02:08:21.762Z)  

## Synopsis

Dave, nineteen, has just graduated high school, with his three friends: the comical Cyril, the warm hearted but short-tempered Moocher, and the athletic, spiteful but good-hearted Mike. Now, Dave enjoys racing bikes and hopes to race the Italians one day, and even takes up the Italian culture, much to his friends' and parents' annoyance.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20Away)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Breaking%20Away&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Breaking%20Away&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Breaking%20Away+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20Away)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Breaking%20Away&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Breaking%20Away&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Breaking%20Away+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Breaking Away in the UK?**

Breaking Away (1979) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Breaking Away?**

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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Breaking Away?**

Yes. Breaking Away can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 Breaking Away on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Breaking Away 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/20283/breaking-away-1979
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/k7b5GsVJK1hfdwoYqcczN9pBba6.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/20283/breaking-away-1979.json

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