# Where to watch Diary of a Young Comic (1979) in the UK

> Diary of a Young Comic (1979) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 67 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** TV Movie, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-13T23:25:39.494Z)  

## Synopsis

A time capsule of the L.A. comedy scene in the 1970s, "Diary of a Young Comic" casts Richard Lewis as a fictionalized version of himself - a young New York comic who comes out to Los Angeles to seek his fame and fortune.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Diary%20of%20a%20Young%20Comic)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Diary%20of%20a%20Young%20Comic)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Diary%20of%20a%20Young%20Comic)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Diary of a Young Comic for free in the UK?**

Diary of a Young Comic (1979) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Diary of a Young Comic?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Diary of a Young Comic?**

Yes. Diary of a Young Comic can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Diary of a Young Comic on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Diary of a Young Comic 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/341514/diary-of-a-young-comic-1979
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/bnHlCtCbJ5GkO4jrmvsN0wXEqAw.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/341514/diary-of-a-young-comic-1979.json

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