# Where to watch Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story (2014) in the UK

> Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story (2014) is currently available to stream in the UK on PBS America Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2014  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.2/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T03:14:08.667Z)  

## Synopsis

Twenty years ago, a young American hiker named Chris McCandless, the accomplished son of successful middle class parents, was found dead in an abandoned bus in the Alaskan wilderness and became the subject of the best-selling book and movie “Into the Wild.” Now, PBS retraces Chris McCandless’ steps to try to piece together why he severed all ties with his past, burnt or gave away all his money, changed his name and headed into the Denali Wilderness. McCandless' own letters, released for the first time, as well as new and surprising interviews, probe the mystery that still lies at the heart of a story that has become part of the American literary canon and compels so many to this day.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [PBS America Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Return%20to%20the%20Wild%3A%20The%20Chris%20McCandless%20Story&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Return%20to%20the%20Wild%3A%20The%20Chris%20McCandless%20Story)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Return%20to%20the%20Wild%3A%20The%20Chris%20McCandless%20Story&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Return%20to%20the%20Wild%3A%20The%20Chris%20McCandless%20Story)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Return%20to%20the%20Wild%3A%20The%20Chris%20McCandless%20Story&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story in the UK?**

Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story (2014) is currently included in subscriptions to PBS America 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 Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story?**

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**Can I buy a digital copy of Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story?**

Yes. Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story 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 Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Return to the Wild: The Chris McCandless Story is currently included with: PBS America Amazon Channel.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

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