# Where to watch Solitary (2016) in the UK

> Solitary (2016) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Google Play Movies and YouTube or bought from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 81 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T06:50:22.673Z)  

## Synopsis

There are 100,000 US citizens in solitary confinement across the country, a staggering number prompting comment from both President Obama and the Pope. Situated in rural Virginia, 300 miles from any urban center, Red Onion State Prison is one of over 40 supermax prisons across the US built to hold prisoners in eight-by-ten-foot cells for 23 hours a day. Filmed over the course of one year, this eye-opening film braids stark prison imagery, stories from correction officers, and intimate reflections from the men who are locked up in isolation. The inmates share the paths that led them to prison and their daily struggles to maintain their sanity.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Solitary&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Solitary+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Solitary&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Solitary+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Solitary in the UK?**

Solitary (2016) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Google Play Movies and YouTube and buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Solitary?**

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

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

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

Solitary 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/390751/solitary-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/9bxdLLmnoWZraPTF2asYBSxX8ox.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/390751/solitary-2016.json

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