# Where to watch The Nearby Distance (1981) in the UK

> The Nearby Distance (1981) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 65 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Animation, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T07:28:41.471Z)  

## Synopsis

An alien arrives on the planet Earth with a special mission. He must steal and send canned food to his home planet, because it is very scarce there. The alien is confronted with the absurdity of Earth life. Ten animated episodes were inserted into the feature film as an ironic commentary.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for The Nearby Distance in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Nearby Distance in the UK?**

The Nearby Distance (1981) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is The Nearby Distance on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Nearby Distance 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?**

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## Sources

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