# Where to watch My Father Lives in Rio (1989) in the UK

> My Father Lives in Rio (1989) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1989  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Family, Adventure, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-16T23:06:43.505Z)  

## Synopsis

Liesje’s parents are divorced. She lives in a nice house with her mother and grandpa. Liesje writes letters to her father who lives in Rio de Janeiro. At least, that’s what her mother has told her. After Liesje’s grandpa passes away, she begins to miss her father more and more. She decides to go visit him in Rio. To get money for the flight, she sells the stamp collection she was given by her grandpa. Without her mother knowing, she boards the plane to Brazil alone – but then she finds out the truth about her father.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch My Father Lives in Rio in the UK?**

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**Is My Father Lives in Rio on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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