# Where to watch Shock and Awe (2017) in the UK

> Shock and Awe (2017) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and W4free. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and MovieMe or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2017  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** History, Drama, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T01:47:48.937Z)  

## Synopsis

A group of journalists covering George Bush's planned invasion of Iraq in 2003 are skeptical of the presidents claim that Saddam Hussein has "weapons of mass destruction."

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/476335-shock-and-awe/watch?locale=GB)
- [W4free](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/476335-shock-and-awe/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Shock%20and%20Awe)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Shock%20and%20Awe)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Shock%20and%20Awe&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Shock%20and%20Awe&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Shock%20and%20Awe+film)
- [MovieMe](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/476335-shock-and-awe/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Shock and Awe for free in the UK?**

Shock and Awe (2017) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and W4free in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Shock and Awe?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of Shock and Awe?**

Yes. Shock and Awe can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Shock and Awe on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Shock and Awe 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/476335/shock-and-awe-2017
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/x8Y9lKNnroACauSxmVQRkACj2ow.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/476335/shock-and-awe-2017.json

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