# Where to watch Prison on Fire (1987) in the UK

> Prison on Fire (1987) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 101 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T02:05:26.046Z)  

## Synopsis

Lo Ka Yiu, a young ad designer who is sentenced to jail for manslaughter, has gotten himself in trouble with the corrupted wardens and fellow inmates of Triad background. Chung Tin Ching, a veteran inmate and Yiu's mentor, is forced to confront his comrade's enemies time and again, leading up to the final showdown with the head of security.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/53653/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Prison%20on%20Fire)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Prison%20on%20Fire&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Prison%20on%20Fire)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Prison%20on%20Fire&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Prison on Fire for free in the UK?**

Prison on Fire (1987) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Prison on Fire?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Prison on Fire?**

Yes. Prison on Fire can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 Prison on Fire on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Prison on Fire 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/53653/prison-on-fire-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/kGReD24bx9lZ13vDLQUqhrI0VhQ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/53653/prison-on-fire-1987.json

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