# Where to watch The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) in the UK

> The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1973  
**Runtime:** 106 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.5/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Family  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T06:00:21.524Z)  

## Synopsis

Stuck with a feeble sports department, college coach Sam Archer (John Amos) faces the ax unless he can reverse the school's athletic fortunes. An African vacation with his assistant (Tim Conway) answers Archer's prayers when he spots the athletically gifted Nanu (Jan-Michael Vincent). Sam counts on Nanu's remarkable abilities to put the team back on the winning track. This upbeat farce boasts an impressive cast of comedians.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The World's Greatest Athlete in the UK?**

The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The World's Greatest Athlete?**

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 The World's Greatest Athlete?**

Yes. The World's Greatest Athlete can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 World's Greatest Athlete on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The World's Greatest Athlete 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.
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