# Where to watch The Silence of the Lambs (1991) in the UK

> The Silence of the Lambs (1991) is currently available to stream in the UK on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1991  
**Runtime:** 119 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.3/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Thriller, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T03:59:56.632Z)  

## Synopsis

Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy.  Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism.  Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [MUBI](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/274-the-silence-of-the-lambs/watch?locale=GB)
- [MUBI Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Silence%20of%20the%20Lambs&i=instant-video)
- [MGM Plus Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Silence%20of%20the%20Lambs&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=The%20Silence%20of%20the%20Lambs)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Silence of the Lambs in the UK?**

The Silence of the Lambs (1991) is currently included in subscriptions to MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel 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 The Silence of the Lambs?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Silence of the Lambs?**

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

The Silence of the Lambs is currently included with: MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and MGM Plus Amazon Channel.

**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/274/the-silence-of-the-lambs-1991
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/uS9m8OBk1A8eM9I042bx8XXpqAq.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/274/the-silence-of-the-lambs-1991.json

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