# Where to watch This Is Happening (2015) in the UK

> This Is Happening (2015) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2015  
**Runtime:** 84 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T17:58:25.996Z)  

## Synopsis

THIS IS HAPPENING tells the story of an estranged brother and sister (played by James Wolk and Mickey Sumner) forced to go on the road together to track down their fugitive grandmother (Cloris Leachman). What begins as a comedic tale of a broken family forced to come together under the pressures of an absentee father (Judd Nelson) evolves into a journey about learning to find your family in order to find yourself.  Directed by:	Ryan Jaffe  Starring:  Cloris Leachman, Mickey Sumner, James Wolk, Judd Nelson

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/360119-this-is-happening/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/This%20Is%20Happening)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=This%20Is%20Happening)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=This%20Is%20Happening&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=This%20Is%20Happening+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=This%20Is%20Happening)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=This%20Is%20Happening&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=This%20Is%20Happening+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch This Is Happening for free in the UK?**

This Is Happening (2015) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent This Is Happening?**

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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of This Is Happening?**

Yes. This Is Happening can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 This Is Happening on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

This Is Happening 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/360119/this-is-happening-2015
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/etztBN5s5xcjk6PovDM0XvAsC6M.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/360119/this-is-happening-2015.json

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