# Where to watch False Pretenses (2004) in the UK

> False Pretenses (2004) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2004  
**Runtime:** 86 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** TV Movie, Thriller, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T10:07:06.641Z)  

## Synopsis

Falling victim to a glib con artist named Michael (Stewart Bick), Texas housewife Diane (Peta Wilson) loses all her money, a disaster that drives her husband Randal (Anthony Lemke) to suicide. Unable to get justice through the official channels, Diane mounts her own plan of revenge. This involves assuming a new identity, trading in her blonde tresses for a redheaded "do", moving to a small town, and systematically seducing the man who ruined her life. One of six "no frills" TV movies produced in Canada for the Lifetime cable network at a flat cost of 2 million each,

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=False%20Pretenses&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=False%20Pretenses&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=False%20Pretenses&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=False%20Pretenses&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream False Pretenses in the UK?**

False Pretenses (2004) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent False Pretenses?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of False Pretenses?**

Yes. False Pretenses can be bought as a digital download from 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 False Pretenses on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

False Pretenses is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/45119/false-pretenses-2004
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nnsabuJVA8FBMyEyFAzMlDRM7Xd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/45119/false-pretenses-2004.json

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