# Where to watch The Light Between Oceans (2016) in the UK

> The Light Between Oceans (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV and YouTube Free. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 133 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T05:00:31.187Z)  

## Synopsis

A lighthouse keeper and his wife living off the coast of Western Australia raise a baby they rescue from an adrift rowboat.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans)
- [YouTube Free](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans+film)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/283552-the-light-between-oceans/watch?locale=GB)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Light%20Between%20Oceans+film)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Light Between Oceans for free in the UK?**

The Light Between Oceans (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV and YouTube Free in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Light Between Oceans?**

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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, BFI Player, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Light Between Oceans?**

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

The Light Between Oceans 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/283552/the-light-between-oceans-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/c9S6VKZPllNgdxBUuI3GYJiqcKO.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/283552/the-light-between-oceans-2016.json

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