# Where to watch When the Lights Went Out (2012) in the UK

> When the Lights Went Out (2012) 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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 86 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.7/10  
**Genres:** Thriller, Drama, Horror  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T11:12:48.969Z)  

## Synopsis

Yorkshire, 1974, the Maynard family moves into their dream house. It's a dream that quickly descends into a panic stricken nightmare as the family discovers a horrifying truth, a truth that will make the history books. The house is already occupied by the most violent poltergeist ever documented, a poltergeist that will tear you from your bed as you sleep and drag you helplessly into the darkness.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Lights%20Went%20Out&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Lights%20Went%20Out&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=When%20the%20Lights%20Went%20Out)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=When%20the%20Lights%20Went%20Out&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream When the Lights Went Out in the UK?**

When the Lights Went Out (2012) 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 When the Lights Went Out?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of When the Lights Went Out?**

Yes. When the Lights Went Out can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 When the Lights Went Out on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

When the Lights Went Out 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/50497/when-the-lights-went-out-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/bdsUVOLDADbfIWSJflJSgE8J3Ai.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/50497/when-the-lights-went-out-2012.json

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