# Where to watch The Next Guardian (2018) in the UK

> The Next Guardian (2018) is currently available to stream in the UK on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Google Play Movies and YouTube or bought from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 75 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.7/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T17:15:09.808Z)  

## Synopsis

Brother and sister Gyembo and Tashi are normal teenagers. They love soccer and their phones. In their Himalayan village, their father oversees a Buddhist temple that has been in the family for generations. He hopes his son will one day take over his duties. He would prefer that Gyembo leave his modern English-language school in favor of a monk school. In this thoughtful and tender portrait of a Bhutanese family, the generation gap is as large as their love for one another. Celibacy doesn't offer an enticing future to an adolescent boy, which Gyembo's father understands. Nonetheless, he still tries to convince his son that being a monk offers many advantages. Meanwhile, Tashi feels more like a boy than a girl, and dreams of a life as a pro soccer player. She wants to attend a soccer camp that would be the first step in being selected for the national team. Unfortunately, though happiness is high on the political agenda in Bhutan, not all wishes come true.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Next%20Guardian)
- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Next%20Guardian&i=instant-video)
- [Netflix Standard with Ads](https://www.netflix.com/search?q=The%20Next%20Guardian)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Next%20Guardian&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Next%20Guardian&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Next%20Guardian+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Next%20Guardian&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Next%20Guardian+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Next Guardian in the UK?**

The Next Guardian (2018) is currently included in subscriptions to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, 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 The Next Guardian?**

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 Google Play Movies and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Next Guardian?**

Yes. The Next Guardian can be bought as a digital download from 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 The Next Guardian on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Next Guardian is currently included with: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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