# Where to watch American Addict (2012) in the UK

> American Addict (2012) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T06:17:58.949Z)  

## Synopsis

Riveting look at the politics, big business and the medical industry that has made America the most prescription-addicted society in the world. America is less than 5% of the World's population but consumes 80% of the World's prescription narcotics. We have gone from being the land of the free to the land of the addicted.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/252385-american-addict/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch American Addict for free in the UK?**

American Addict (2012) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent American Addict?**

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 American Addict?**

Yes. American Addict 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 American Addict on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

American Addict 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/252385/american-addict-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/ow6JBpwLHnTAiJTgx0TiA4E17Kq.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/252385/american-addict-2012.json

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