# Where to watch Looking for Johnny (2014) in the UK

> Looking for Johnny (2014) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2014  
**Runtime:** 94 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T18:41:13.511Z)  

## Synopsis

Johnny Thunders was the legendary hard-living rock'n'roll guitarist who inspired glam-metal, punk and the music scene in general. 'Looking For Johnny' is a 90-minute film that documents Thunders' career from his beginnings to his tragic death in 1991.  The film examines Johnny Thunders' career from the early 70's as a founding member of the influential New York Dolls; the birth of the punk scene with The Heartbreakers in New York City and London; Gang War and The Oddballs. It also explores Johnny's unique musical style, his personal battle with drugs and theories on his death in a New Orleans hotel in 1991 at age 38. The film includes forty songs with historic film of Johnny, including unseen New York Dolls and Heartbreakers footage and photos. Cult filmmakers Bob Gruen, Don Letts, Patrick Grandperret, Rachael Amadeo and others contribute classic archive footage.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Looking%20for%20Johnny)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Looking%20for%20Johnny)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Looking%20for%20Johnny&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Looking%20for%20Johnny)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Looking%20for%20Johnny&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Looking for Johnny for free in the UK?**

Looking for Johnny (2014) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Looking for Johnny?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Looking for Johnny?**

Yes. Looking for Johnny can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Looking for Johnny on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Looking for Johnny 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/424584/looking-for-johnny-2014
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/65KQv4HWhw4csFCo5A3WspzTzvZ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/424584/looking-for-johnny-2014.json

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