# Where to watch Cruel and Unusual (2017) in the UK

> Cruel and Unusual (2017) 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 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 102 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T16:16:35.913Z)  

## Synopsis

"Cruel and Unusual" is the story of three men who have spent longer in solitary confinement than any other prisoners in the US because of the murder of a prison guard in 1972 at Angola, the Louisiana state penitentiary. Robert King, Herman Wallace and Albert Woodfox were convicted by bribed and blind eye witnesses and with no physical evidence. Targeted as members of the Black Panther party the film follows their struggle against the miscarriage of justice and their cruel and unusual treatment. Their story culminated in 2016 with the release of Albert Woodfox after 43 years in solitary confinement.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

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

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Pluto TV](https://pluto.tv/en-gb/search/Cruel%20and%20Unusual)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Cruel and Unusual in the UK?**

Cruel and Unusual (2017) 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 Cruel and Unusual?**

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 Cruel and Unusual?**

Yes. Cruel and Unusual 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 Cruel and Unusual on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Cruel and Unusual 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/459171/cruel-and-unusual-2017
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/61kBteLh1fotX6NVxgPRNIgqgFD.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/459171/cruel-and-unusual-2017.json

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