# Where to watch Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground (2018) in the UK

> Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground (2018) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 78 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T11:12:27.450Z)  

## Synopsis

The 29-minute experimental film Christmas on Earth caused a sensation when it first screened in New York City in 1964. Its orgy scenes, double projections and overlapping images shattered artistic conventions and announced a powerful new voice in the city's underground film scene. All the more remarkable, that vision belonged to a teenager, 18-year-old Barbara Rubin. A Zelig of the '60s, she introduced Andy Warhol to the Velvet Underground, Bob Dylan to Kabbalah and bewitched Allen Ginsberg. The same unbridled creativity that inspired her to make films when women simply didn't, saw her breach yet another male domain, Orthodox Judaism, before her mysterious death at 35. Lifelong friend Jonas Mekas saved all her letters, creating a rich archive that filmmaker Chuck Smith carefully sculpts into this fascinating portrait of a nearly forgotten artist. An avante-garde maverick, a rebel in a man's world, Barbara Rubin regains her rightful place in film history.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbara%20Rubin%20and%20the%20Exploding%20NY%20Underground&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbara%20Rubin%20and%20the%20Exploding%20NY%20Underground&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground in the UK?**

Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground (2018) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground?**

Yes. Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Barbara Rubin and the Exploding NY Underground 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?**

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## Sources

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