# Where to watch City of Lies (2018) in the UK

> City of Lies (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Rakuten TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 112 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Thriller, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T04:46:08.847Z)  

## Synopsis

Los Angeles Police Department detective Russell Poole has spent years trying to solve his biggest case -- the murders of The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur -- but after two decades, the investigation remains open. Jack Jackson, a reporter desperate to save his reputation and career, is determined to find out why. In search of the truth, the two team up and unravel a growing web of institutional corruption and lies.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/433501-city-of-lies/watch?locale=GB)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=City%20of%20Lies)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch City of Lies for free in the UK?**

City of Lies (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent City of Lies?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of City of Lies?**

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

City of Lies 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/433501/city-of-lies-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/pK7IYQdtdWtMDBJZfMqDxgMjXEt.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/433501/city-of-lies-2018.json

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