# Where to watch The War Game (1966) in the UK

> The War Game (1966) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1966  
**Runtime:** 48 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.7/10  
**Genres:** War, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T21:27:30.886Z)  

## Synopsis

A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain.  After backing the film's development, the BBC refused to air it, publicly stating "the effect of the film has been judged by the BBC to be too horrifying for the medium of broadcasting." It debuted in theaters in 1966 and went on to great acclaim, but remained unseen on British television until 1985.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20War%20Game)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20War%20Game&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The War Game in the UK?**

The War Game (1966) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The War Game?**

Yes. The War Game can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 The War Game on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The War Game 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/26508/the-war-game-1966
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/puJGNnrAPOv3BUMI9mKlCJp3UrQ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/26508/the-war-game-1966.json

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