Where to watch Lightning Over Water (1980) in the UK
Lightning Over Water (1980) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Director 'Nicholas Ray' is eager to complete a final film before his imminent death from cancer. Wim Wenders is working on his own film Hammett (1983) in Hollywood, but flies to New York to help Ray realize his final wish. Ray's original intent is to make a fiction film about a dying painter who sails to China to find a cure for his disease. He and Wenders discuss this idea, but it is obviously unrealistic given Ray's state of health.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Lightning Over Water.
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Wim WendersSelf -
Nicholas RaySelf -
Susan RaySelf
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Tom FarrellSelf -
Ronee BlakleySelf -
Gerry BammanSelf -
Pierre CottrellSelf
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Stefan CzapskySelf
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Lightning Over Water — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Lightning Over Water in the UK?
Lightning Over Water (1980) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent Lightning Over Water?
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, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of Lightning Over Water?
Yes. Lightning Over Water 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 Lightning Over Water on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Lightning Over Water is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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