Where to watch Emil and the Detectives (1964) in the UK
Emil and the Detectives (1964) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
When Emil travels by bus to Berlin to visit his family, his money is stolen by a crook who specializes in digging tunnels. While following the thief, Emil runs into Gustav, a young boy who gathers up all his friends to help Emil find the money. However, they get into more trouble than they bargained for when Emil's pickpocket turns out to be mixed up with a couple of notorious bank robbers.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in Emil and the Detectives.
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Walter SlezakBaron -
Bryan RussellEmil Tischbein -
Roger MobleyGustav
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Heinz SchubertGrundeis -
Peter EhrlichMüller -
Cindy CassellPony Hütchen
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Elsa WagnerNana -
Eva Ingeborg ScholzFrau Tischbein
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Emil and the Detectives — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Emil and the Detectives in the UK?
Emil and the Detectives (1964) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent Emil and the Detectives?
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Can I buy a digital copy of Emil and the Detectives?
Yes. Emil and the Detectives can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, 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 Emil and the Detectives on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
Emil and the Detectives is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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