# Where to watch Diary of a Mad Old Man (1987) in the UK

> Diary of a Mad Old Man (1987) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T03:14:07.090Z)  

## Synopsis

In this erotic drama, Marcel fantasizes about being with his daughter-in-law Simone after the death of his wife. The woman pretends to be surprised over his attention but does nothing to discourage his advances. He promises to build her a swimming pool in order to further his fantasies. The story is taken from the novel by Junichiro Tamizaki.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Diary%20of%20a%20Mad%20Old%20Man&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Diary%20of%20a%20Mad%20Old%20Man&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Diary of a Mad Old Man in the UK?**

Diary of a Mad Old Man (1987) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Diary of a Mad Old Man?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Diary of a Mad Old Man?**

Yes. Diary of a Mad Old Man can be bought as a digital download from 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 Diary of a Mad Old Man on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Diary of a Mad Old Man 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/388575/diary-of-a-mad-old-man-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dlCUyO9wtZ4DtQOetgGTImTP5uG.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/388575/diary-of-a-mad-old-man-1987.json

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