# Where to watch Uncle Buck (1989) in the UK

> Uncle Buck (1989) is currently available to stream in the UK on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1989  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama, Family  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T20:04:01.714Z)  

## Synopsis

Buck Russell, a lovable but slovenly bachelor, suddenly becomes the temporary caretaker of his nephew and nieces after a family emergency. His freewheeling attitude soon causes tension with his older niece Tia, loyal girlfriend Chanice, and just about everyone else who crosses his path.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Sky Go](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Uncle%20Buck)
- [Now TV Cinema](https://www.nowtv.com/search?q=Uncle%20Buck)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Uncle%20Buck)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Uncle%20Buck&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Uncle%20Buck&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Uncle%20Buck+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Uncle%20Buck)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Uncle%20Buck)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Uncle%20Buck&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Uncle%20Buck&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Uncle%20Buck)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Uncle%20Buck+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Uncle Buck in the UK?**

Uncle Buck (1989) is currently included in subscriptions to Sky Go and Now TV Cinema in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Uncle Buck?**

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 Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Uncle Buck?**

Yes. Uncle Buck can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Uncle Buck on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Uncle Buck is currently included with: Sky Go and Now TV Cinema.

**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/2616/uncle-buck-1989
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/euWPWqpujKQg2KnfBUVkBSZ6kf4.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/2616/uncle-buck-1989.json

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