# Where to watch King Lear (2018) in the UK

> King Lear (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 115 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T22:26:09.755Z)  

## Synopsis

An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/513427-king-lear/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch King Lear for free in the UK?**

King Lear (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**Is King Lear on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

King Lear 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/513427/king-lear-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/dHd0YS1PGxjfZCVbYi9Hetg7zZd.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/513427/king-lear-2018.json

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