# Where to watch Basic Instinct (1992) in the UK

> Basic Instinct (1992) is currently available to stream in the UK on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube, and JustWatch TV or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1992  
**Runtime:** 128 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Thriller, Mystery  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T14:03:32.674Z)  

## Synopsis

Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Basic%20Instinct)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Basic%20Instinct)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Basic%20Instinct&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Basic%20Instinct)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Basic%20Instinct+film)
- [JustWatch TV](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/402-basic-instinct/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Basic%20Instinct)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Basic%20Instinct&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Basic%20Instinct)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Basic%20Instinct+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Basic Instinct in the UK?**

Basic Instinct (1992) is currently included in subscriptions to STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel 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 Basic Instinct?**

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, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Basic Instinct?**

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

Basic Instinct is currently included with: STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel.

**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/402/basic-instinct-1992
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/76Ts0yoHk8kVQj9MMnoMixhRWoh.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/402/basic-instinct-1992.json

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