# Where to watch Long Shot (1978) in the UK

> Long Shot (1978) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 84 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T02:25:50.605Z)  

## Synopsis

Against the backdrop of the 1977 Edinburgh Film Festival, two low-budget filmmakers  attempt to talk up some finance as they hunt for cash, cast and ‘name director’ Sam Fuller to shoot their Aberdeen-set oil-boom adventure ‘Gulf and Western’. Along the way, they encounter a plethora of filmmaking luminaries including Wim Wenders, Stephen Frears, John Boorman, Bill Forsyth and Alan Bennett.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/396042-long-shot/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Long Shot in the UK?**

Long Shot (1978) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Long Shot?**

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Is Long Shot on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Long Shot 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/396042/long-shot-1978
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/oERI8W3WlLPBv809v5zepFi13D6.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/396042/long-shot-1978.json

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