# Where to watch The Battleship Island (2017) in the UK

> The Battleship Island (2017) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 132 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Drama, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T14:42:50.810Z)  

## Synopsis

During the Japanese colonial era, roughly 400 Korean people, who were forced onto Battleship Island 'Hashima Island' to mine for coal, attempt to escape.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/436391/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Battleship%20Island+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Battleship%20Island)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Battleship%20Island+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Battleship Island for free in the UK?**

The Battleship Island (2017) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Battleship Island?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Battleship Island?**

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

The Battleship Island 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/436391/the-battleship-island-2017
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/7Pn9IK13JHhB7vS5TSgz79cdLra.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/436391/the-battleship-island-2017.json

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