# Where to watch The Scarlet Pimpernel (1982) in the UK

> The Scarlet Pimpernel (1982) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1982  
**Runtime:** 142 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.7/10  
**Genres:** Romance, TV Movie, Adventure  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T11:28:33.512Z)  

## Synopsis

During the French Revolution, a mysterious English nobleman known only as The Scarlet Pimpernel (a humble wayside flower), snatches French aristos from the jaws of the guillotine, while posing as the foppish Sir Percy Blakeney in society. Percy falls for and marries the beautiful actress Marguerite St. Just, but she is involved with Chauvelin and Robespierre, and Percy's marriage to her may endanger the Pimpernel's plans to save the little Dauphin

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23615-the-scarlet-pimpernel/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

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

The Scarlet Pimpernel (1982) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**Is The Scarlet Pimpernel on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Scarlet Pimpernel 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/23615/the-scarlet-pimpernel-1982
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/89jU2EH7ccpK6jDEJ6fO9bIe2RN.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/23615/the-scarlet-pimpernel-1982.json

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