# Where to watch Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story (2019) in the UK

> Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story (2019) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and BFI Player or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.8/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Music, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T20:06:50.499Z)  

## Synopsis

The hilarious and bizarre story of Frank Sidebottom, the cult British comedian in a papier mâché head, and the secretive life of Chris Sievey, the artist trapped inside.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/503761-being-frank-the-chris-sievey-story/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Being%20Frank%3A%20The%20Chris%20Sievey%20Story+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story for free in the UK?**

Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story (2019) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story?**

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 and BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story?**

Yes. Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story 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/503761/being-frank-the-chris-sievey-story-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nAJGfk0xpht5BE6kmBVFDYNFZSt.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/503761/being-frank-the-chris-sievey-story-2019.json

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