# Where to watch The Burning (1968) in the UK

> The Burning (1968) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1968  
**Runtime:** 32 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T03:30:12.590Z)  

## Synopsis

Stephen Frears’ first film, "The Burning" is a chilling exploration of racial tensions in Apartheid-era South Africa. On a sweltering summer’ day, a wealthy white matriarch insists on taking her household on a planned trip to the country, in spite of their urgent warnings that an uprising is underway.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23621-the-burning/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Burning in the UK?**

The Burning (1968) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

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

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

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

The Burning 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/23621/the-burning-1968
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/mWg09uq8trnEVl3qONfoJ7GZ3Id.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/23621/the-burning-1968.json

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