# Where to watch Genius (2016) in the UK

> Genius (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 104 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** History, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T15:19:29.618Z)  

## Synopsis

New York in the 1920s. Max Perkins, a literary editor is the first to sign such subsequent literary greats as Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. When a sprawling, chaotic 1,000-page manuscript by an unknown writer falls into his hands, Perkins is convinced he has discovered a literary genius.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Genius&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Genius)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Genius)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Genius&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Genius)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Genius)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Genius&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Genius)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Genius in the UK?**

Genius (2016) is currently included in subscriptions to Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels 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 Genius?**

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, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Genius?**

Yes. Genius can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Genius on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Genius is currently included with: Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

**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/267192/genius-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/f3KG63zvQGvakfwOTUb8ODgHEnP.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/267192/genius-2016.json

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