# Where to watch Educating Rita (1983) in the UK

> Educating Rita (1983) is currently available to stream in the UK on ITVX Premium. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1983  
**Runtime:** 106 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T19:47:19.188Z)  

## Synopsis

Rita, a witty 26-year-old hairdresser, wants to 'discover' herself, so she joins the Open University where she meets the disillusioned professor of literature, Dr. Frank Bryant. His marriage has failed, his new girlfriend is having an affair with his best friend and he can't get through the day without downing a bottle or two of whisky. What Frank needs is a challenge... and along comes Rita.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [ITVX Premium](https://www.itv.com/search?query=Educating%20Rita)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [ITVX](https://www.itv.com/search?query=Educating%20Rita)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Educating%20Rita)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Educating Rita in the UK?**

Educating Rita (1983) is currently included in subscriptions to ITVX Premium in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Educating Rita?**

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 Educating Rita?**

Yes. Educating Rita can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Educating Rita on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Educating Rita is currently included with: ITVX Premium.

**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/38291/educating-rita-1983
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/xwxgiRzw2zxzWNIYp98faJ0rUy5.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/38291/educating-rita-1983.json

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