# Where to watch Magnus (2016) in the UK

> Magnus (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 76 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T14:32:32.286Z)  

## Synopsis

From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive amount of archival footage and home movies, director Benjamin Ree reveals this young man’s unusual and rapid trajectory to the pinnacle of the chess world. This film allows the audience to not only peek inside this isolated community but also witness the maturation of a modern genius.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Magnus&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Magnus&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Magnus&i=instant-video)
- [YouTube Free](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Magnus+film)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Magnus)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Magnus)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Magnus&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Magnus&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Magnus+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Magnus)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Magnus)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Magnus&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Magnus&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Magnus)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Magnus+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Magnus in the UK?**

Magnus (2016) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Magnus?**

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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Magnus?**

Yes. Magnus can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Magnus on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Magnus is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/390409/magnus-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/iREs3gCWywQHILPpc2cDBw6CRiD.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/390409/magnus-2016.json

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