# Where to watch When the Bough Breaks (1986) in the UK

> When the Bough Breaks (1986) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex, Artiflix, and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1986  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T22:59:27.467Z)  

## Synopsis

A Los Angeles psychiatrist testifies for the prosecution in the trial of an accused child molester. Later the defendant, who is out on bail, is found dead in the psychiatrist's office, in what appears to be a suicide. Shaken, the psychiatrist moves to the mountains outside of L.A. Not long afterwards a detective he knows comes to him for help. A seven-year-old girl saw someone kill both of her parents, but is so traumatized by the event that she can't remember anything, and the detective wants the doctor to help jar her memory. Soon, however, the doctor and the detective discover that the parents' murder and the pedophiles "suicide" may be linked to a shadowy group of wealthy and influential pedophiles, and that the child isn't the only one whose life is in danger.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/218610-when-the-bough-breaks/watch?locale=GB)
- [Artiflix](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/218610-when-the-bough-breaks/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/When%20the%20Bough%20Breaks)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Bough%20Breaks&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Bough%20Breaks&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch When the Bough Breaks for free in the UK?**

When the Bough Breaks (1986) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex, Artiflix, and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent When the Bough Breaks?**

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 When the Bough Breaks?**

Yes. When the Bough Breaks 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 When the Bough Breaks on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

When the Bough Breaks 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/218610/when-the-bough-breaks-1986
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/gwBTXECCL8Wzs7OyZOxofoTC2wz.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/218610/when-the-bough-breaks-1986.json

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