Where to watch The 5th Wave (2016) in the UK
The 5th Wave (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 June 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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16-year-old Cassie Sullivan tries to survive in a world devastated by the waves of an alien invasion that has already decimated the population and knocked mankind back to the Stone Age.
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The 5th Wave - Official Trailer #1 (Chloe Grace Moretz & Nick Robinson)
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Stream
Included with these subscription services in the UK.
Rent
Pay-per-view rental, typically 24–48 hours.
Buy
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The 5th Wave.
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Chloë Grace MoretzCassiopeia "Cassie" Sullivan -
Nick RobinsonBen "Zombie" Parish -
Ron LivingstonOliver Sullivan -
Maggie SiffLisa Sullivan -
Alex RoeEvan Walker -
Maria BelloSergeant Reznik -
Maika MonroeMarika "Ringer" Kimura -
Zackary ArthurSammy "Nugget" Sullivan
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The 5th Wave — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The 5th Wave in the UK?
The 5th Wave (2016) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 5th Wave?
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, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The 5th Wave?
Yes. The 5th Wave 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 5th Wave on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The 5th Wave is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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