# Where to watch Like a Turtle on Its Back (1978) in the UK

> Like a Turtle on Its Back (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 110 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T19:45:24.212Z)  

## Synopsis

Unable to put a single word on paper, a youngish man with one novel to his credit finds that his life is crumbling to ruins around him because of his severe case of writer's block. He tries every remedy known to man and makes up a few new ones in this comedy. All his efforts are futile: he loses his girlfriend and his apartment and has a succession of misadventures until finally, homeless and hospitalized, he rediscovers his inspiration.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Like a Turtle on Its Back in the UK?**

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**Is Like a Turtle on Its Back on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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