# Where to watch When the Bough Breaks (1971) in the UK

> When the Bough Breaks (1971) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1971  
**Runtime:** 75 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 10.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T18:05:00.794Z)  

## Synopsis

NSPCC social worker Margaret Ashdown is given the case of investigating into the Gosse family, when the young mother, Sheila, is unable to explain her baby's fractured skull at the hospital. She discovers the family live in poverty and ignorance, and have a tradition of instability.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch When the Bough Breaks in the UK?**

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**Is When the Bough Breaks on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

When the Bough Breaks 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

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