# Where to watch Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive (2018) in the UK

> Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T19:31:07.849Z)  

## Synopsis

Dr Hannah Fry and a virtual host present a new way of making television, as the BBC uses artificial intelligence to delve into the treasures of the BBC Archive.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Made%20by%20Machine%3A%20When%20AI%20Met%20the%20Archive)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive for free in the UK?**

Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Made by Machine: When AI Met the Archive 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.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/576172/made-by-machine-when-ai-met-the-archive-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/yjqU04yR7PDq6ftg8KNaPqfw0zl.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/576172/made-by-machine-when-ai-met-the-archive-2018.json

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