# Where to watch King Lear (2015) in the UK

> King Lear (2015) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, BroadwayHD, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2015  
**Runtime:** 156 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T08:09:19.941Z)  

## Synopsis

The Stratford Festival’s critically acclaimed performance of King Lear.  An aging monarch resolves to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, with consequences he little expects. His reason shattered in the storm of violent emotion that ensues, with his very life hanging in the balance, Lear loses everything that has defined him as a king – and thereby discovers the essence of his own humanity.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=King%20Lear&i=instant-video)
- [BroadwayHD](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/319979-king-lear/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=King%20Lear&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=King%20Lear&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=King%20Lear)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=King%20Lear&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=King%20Lear)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=King%20Lear&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream King Lear in the UK?**

King Lear (2015) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, BroadwayHD, 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 King Lear?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of King Lear?**

Yes. King Lear 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 King Lear on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

King Lear is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, BroadwayHD, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/319979/king-lear-2015
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/roAjon3jr5IW8fb43mqBEv3IFci.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/319979/king-lear-2015.json

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