# Where to watch David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World (2016) in the UK

> David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 58 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T07:44:15.876Z)  

## Synopsis

With the news of his passing flooding newspaper headlines, and millions of fans paying tribute to him on social media, David Bowie's departure has left a mark on many all over the world. Known as a musical chameleon, Bowie was able to flow and adapt his music and style to current fashion and trends. Prior to his breakthrough in 1972, he recorded a proto-metal record and a pop/rock album, eventually redefining glam rock with his ambiguously sexy Ziggy Stardust persona. Ziggy made Bowie an international star, yet he wasn't content with gleaming mere glitter rock. Each one of his phases in the '70s sparked a number of subgenres, including punk, new wave, goth rock, the new romantics, and electronica. Few rock heroes ever had such lasting impact. With just two days after his 69th birthday and the uncannily timed release of his most poignant album ‘Blackstar’, he left his fans with a parting gift that will solidify his already indelible mark in music history.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/394058-david-bowie-the-man-who-stole-the-world/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=David%20Bowie%3A%20The%20Man%20Who%20Stole%20the%20World+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World for free in the UK?**

David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World?**

Yes. David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, 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 David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

David Bowie: The Man Who Stole the World 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/394058/david-bowie-the-man-who-stole-the-world-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/vRrxufUN6ysOUCgWf9pZ2fZqGtE.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/394058/david-bowie-the-man-who-stole-the-world-2016.json

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