# Where to watch Knife in the Head (1978) in the UK

> Knife in the Head (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 108 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T05:52:47.086Z)  

## Synopsis

One night when seeking his estranged wife, Hoffmann goes to the youth center where she works. The police are there rounding up radicals who frequent the center - Hoffmann runs into the building and ends up being shot in the head. He awakens with brain trauma, partially paralyzed and unable to speak. The police accuse him of stabbing an officer; the radicals herald him as an innocent victim of police brutality. During his slow recovery at the hospital, Hoffmann must piece together his life and struggle to remember the events of that night.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Knife in the Head in the UK?**

Knife in the Head (1978) is not currently listed by any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service in our daily-updated TMDB feed. It may be on physical media, an aggregator, or pending a UK release. Check back later — availability changes frequently.

**Is Knife in the Head on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Knife in the Head 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?**

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## Sources

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