# Where to watch The Face Behind the Mask (1938) in the UK

> The Face Behind the Mask (1938) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1938  
**Runtime:** 11 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Mystery, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T12:40:41.838Z)  

## Synopsis

This dramatized short film describes the historical mystery of France's "man in the iron mask". King Louis XIV imprisoned a man who was never identified, but who was forced to wear an iron mask for the length of his captivity, which ended only in his death. Several candidates for the identity of the man are investigated.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for The Face Behind the Mask in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Face Behind the Mask in the UK?**

The Face Behind the Mask (1938) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

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

The Face Behind the Mask 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?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/254450/the-face-behind-the-mask-1938
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/lU8ktUSQGwUXFc0GebGZoQQPxwY.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/254450/the-face-behind-the-mask-1938.json

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