# Where to watch Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) in the UK

> Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 120 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.4/10  
**Genres:** Action, Adventure, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T08:59:54.546Z)  

## Synopsis

We always knew they were coming back. Using recovered alien technology, the nations of Earth have collaborated on an immense defense program to protect the planet. But nothing can prepare us for the aliens’ advanced and unprecedented force. Only the ingenuity of a few brave men and women can bring our world back from the brink of extinction.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Independence%20Day%3A%20Resurgence+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Independence Day: Resurgence in the UK?**

Independence Day: Resurgence (2016) 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 Independence Day: Resurgence?**

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, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Independence Day: Resurgence?**

Yes. Independence Day: Resurgence 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 Independence Day: Resurgence on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Independence Day: Resurgence 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/47933/independence-day-resurgence-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/9S50foUIYGwiNPWOxi1WJF6IPwI.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/47933/independence-day-resurgence-2016.json

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