# Where to watch The Deadline (2008) in the UK

> The Deadline (2008) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 52 minutes  
**Genres:** Thriller, Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 8 May 2026 (2026-05-08T18:35:59.753Z)  

## Synopsis

Travelling aboard a Greenpeace ship along the West Coast of Africa The Deadline unravels a multi-billion dollar pirate fishing scam. Hidden far out at sea and without surveillance, fish are caught by unhygienic unlicensed rusting trawlers using slave labor. Set within a high seas drama this catch is then smuggled back to port in official European Union boxes through the Canary Islands for Westerner's dinner plates with no one the wiser it has been stolen from the poorest people on the planet.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Deadline&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Deadline&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Deadline in the UK?**

The Deadline (2008) 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 The Deadline?**

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 The Deadline?**

Yes. The Deadline 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 The Deadline on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Deadline 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/56072/the-deadline-2008
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/56072/the-deadline-2008.json

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