# Where to watch Cunk on Shakespeare (2016) in the UK

> Cunk on Shakespeare (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 29 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T19:29:45.548Z)  

## Synopsis

Fresh from her triumphs on Charlie Brooker's Weekly Wipe investigating time, Winston Churchill, and Donald Trump, Philomena Cunk has finally been given her own show - about William Shakespeare. Cunk will leave no stone unturned as she gets to the bottom of the Bard, visiting his birthplace, exploring the Globe, studying priceless artefacts and interviewing literally six different experts.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Cunk%20on%20Shakespeare)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Cunk on Shakespeare for free in the UK?**

Cunk on Shakespeare (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Cunk on Shakespeare on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Cunk on Shakespeare 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/397385/cunk-on-shakespeare-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6zGTeO6rmT1lhIIXlVLqrI6dxZX.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/397385/cunk-on-shakespeare-2016.json

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