# Where to watch Shoplifters (2018) in the UK

> Shoplifters (2018) is currently available to stream in the UK on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel, and Channel 4 Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 120 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.8/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T14:01:16.446Z)  

## Synopsis

In the outskirts of Tokyo, a poor but close-knit group living on the fringes of society survives through shoplifting and odd jobs. When Osamu and his son take in a neglected young girl, their already fragile existence begins to unravel. As the family grows attached to her, buried secrets surface, forcing them to confront the true meaning of love, belonging, and what makes a family.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/505192/watch?locale=GB)
- [BFI Player Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Shoplifters&i=instant-video)
- [BFI Player Apple TV Channel](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Shoplifters)
- [Channel 4 Plus](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Shoplifters)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Shoplifters)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Shoplifters)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Shoplifters&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Shoplifters&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Shoplifters)
- [Curzon Home Cinema](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/505192/watch?locale=GB)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Shoplifters+film)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Shoplifters in the UK?**

Shoplifters (2018) is currently included in subscriptions to BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel, and Channel 4 Plus 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 Shoplifters?**

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, Curzon Home Cinema, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Shoplifters?**

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

Shoplifters is currently included with: BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel, and Channel 4 Plus.

**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/505192/shoplifters-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/4nfRUOv3LX5zLn98WS1WqVBk9E9.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/505192/shoplifters-2018.json

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