# Where to watch The Thaw (2009) in the UK

> The Thaw (2009) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2009  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Horror, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T13:23:41.282Z)  

## Synopsis

At a remote Arctic research station, four ecology students discover the real horror of global warming is not the melting ice, but what's frozen within it. A prehistoric parasite is released from the carcass of a Woolly Mammoth upon the unsuspecting students who are forced to quarantine and make necessary sacrifices, or risk infecting the rest of the world.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23410-the-thaw/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Thaw&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Thaw)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Thaw+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Thaw&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Thaw+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Thaw for free in the UK?**

The Thaw (2009) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Thaw?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Thaw?**

Yes. The Thaw can be bought as a digital download from 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 The Thaw on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Thaw 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/23410/the-thaw-2009
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6oxJ75L6rB88TeSspcnPA7JqjWw.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/23410/the-thaw-2009.json

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