# Where to watch Breaking Up (1997) in the UK

> Breaking Up (1997) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.6/10  
**Genres:** Romance, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T02:48:55.788Z)  

## Synopsis

An aloof, struggling food photographer thinks he has found true love with a fiery grade-school teacher. At first, the relationship is all wine and roses, but as they realize they have little in common besides great sex, the romance wanes, and they struggle through a succession of break-ups and reunions as they try to work things out.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Breaking%20Up)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20Up)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breaking%20Up)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Breaking%20Up&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Breaking%20Up+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Breaking Up for free in the UK?**

Breaking Up (1997) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Breaking Up?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Breaking Up?**

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

Breaking Up 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/26393/breaking-up-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/tWOQOOAvwDA3KbDCSQH3NoBgimc.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/26393/breaking-up-1997.json

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