# Where to watch Death of a Prophet (1981) in the UK

> Death of a Prophet (1981) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex, Artiflix, and Tubi TV. 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 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T18:40:13.825Z)  

## Synopsis

After breaking ties with the Nation of Islam, Malcolm X became a man marked for death...and it was just a matter of time before his enemies closed in. Despite death threats and intimidation, Malcolm marched on - continuing to spread the word of equality and brotherhood right up until the moment of his brutal and untimely assassination. Highlighted by newsreel footage and interviews, this is the story of the last twenty-four hours of Malcolm X. Featuring the music of jazz percussionist Max Roach.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/42141-death-of-a-prophet/watch?locale=GB)
- [Artiflix](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/42141-death-of-a-prophet/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Death%20of%20a%20Prophet)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Death%20of%20a%20Prophet+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Death of a Prophet for free in the UK?**

Death of a Prophet (1981) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex, Artiflix, and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Death of a Prophet?**

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 Death of a Prophet?**

Yes. Death of a Prophet 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 Death of a Prophet on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Death of a Prophet 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/42141/death-of-a-prophet-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/sGDfnH99iQ3X4qweXRVXK0d5SJU.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/42141/death-of-a-prophet-1981.json

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