# Where to watch A Close Shave (1996) in the UK

> A Close Shave (1996) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1996  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.6/10  
**Genres:** Family, Animation, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T00:17:39.552Z)  

## Synopsis

Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin, and Gromit is framed for sheep-rustling in a fiendish criminal plot.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=A%20Close%20Shave)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Close Shave for free in the UK?**

A Close Shave (1996) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is A Close Shave on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Close Shave 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/532/a-close-shave-1996
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/qdIR27trLyrlJ5nmkbcG3Bomah6.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/532/a-close-shave-1996.json

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