# Where to watch When God Sleeps (2017) in the UK

> When God Sleeps (2017) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 88 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Music, Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T13:14:06.574Z)  

## Synopsis

Iranian musician Shahin Najafi flees his homeland and heads to Cologne, Germany after harsh criticism by several clerics over the release of his song speaking out against human rights abuses resulted in a fatwa being issued.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=When%20God%20Sleeps)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=When%20God%20Sleeps&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=When%20God%20Sleeps+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch When God Sleeps in the UK?**

When God Sleeps (2017) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent When God Sleeps?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of When God Sleeps?**

Yes. When God Sleeps can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, 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 When God Sleeps on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

When God Sleeps 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/448456/when-god-sleeps-2017
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/iIM7T5iKqBeJCZUWuPGczpHNNLd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/448456/when-god-sleeps-2017.json

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