# Where to watch Shake Hands with the Devil (1959) in the UK

> Shake Hands with the Devil (1959) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Now TV Cinema, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1959  
**Runtime:** 111 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, War, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T03:25:53.770Z)  

## Synopsis

In 1921 Dublin, the IRA battles the "Black & Tans," special British forces given to harsh measures. Irish-American medical student Kerry O'Shea hopes to stay aloof, but saving a wounded friend gets him outlawed, and inexorably drawn into the rebel organization by his former professor Sean Lenihan, who has "shaken hands with the devil" and begun to think of fighting as an end in itself. Complications arise when Kerry falls for a beautiful English hostage, and the British offer a peace treaty that is not enough to satisfy Lenihan.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Shake%20Hands%20with%20the%20Devil&i=instant-video)
- [Now TV Cinema](https://www.nowtv.com/search?q=Shake%20Hands%20with%20the%20Devil)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Shake%20Hands%20with%20the%20Devil&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Shake%20Hands%20with%20the%20Devil)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Shake%20Hands%20with%20the%20Devil)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Shake Hands with the Devil in the UK?**

Shake Hands with the Devil (1959) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, Now TV Cinema, 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 Shake Hands with the Devil?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Shake Hands with the Devil?**

Yes. Shake Hands with the Devil can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Shake Hands with the Devil on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Shake Hands with the Devil is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, Now TV Cinema, 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/51947/shake-hands-with-the-devil-1959
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/2jN4KfZK0XX8q58PeRp4XQP4Cv4.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/51947/shake-hands-with-the-devil-1959.json

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