# Where to watch The Motive (2017) in the UK

> The Motive (2017) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 104 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.2/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T01:50:56.988Z)  

## Synopsis

Álvaro, a man obsessed with the idea of writing what he brands as “high literature,” manipulates the lives and feelings of the people around him to write about the consequences caused by his devious acts.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Motive)
- [Netflix Standard with Ads](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Motive)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Motive in the UK?**

The Motive (2017) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**Is The Motive on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Motive is currently included with: Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/437036/the-motive-2017.json

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