# Where to watch First Contact (2016) in the UK

> First Contact (2016) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2016  
**Runtime:** 95 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T12:19:10.078Z)  

## Synopsis

After a close encounter with a UFO, a man becomes a trance channel for an extraterrestrial entity, which leads to a deeper investigation on the nature of reality and mankind's place in the cosmos.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/First%20Contact)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch First Contact for free in the UK?**

First Contact (2016) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent First Contact?**

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 First Contact?**

Yes. First Contact 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 First Contact on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

First Contact 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/479776/first-contact-2016
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/cWF1BZOqL14IzPxXdp9SYRfxskK.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/479776/first-contact-2016.json

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