# Where to watch Breakthrough (2019) in the UK

> Breakthrough (2019) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2019  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T05:42:18.957Z)  

## Synopsis

Breakthrough tells the story of a renegade scientist’s quest to find a cure for cancer, the disease that killed his mother. Texan Jim Allison is a 2018 Nobel Prize winner for discovering how to prompt a cancer patient’s own immune system into defeating their disease, but for decades he waged an often-lonely struggle against the painful skepticism of the medical establishment.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breakthrough)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Breakthrough)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Breakthrough in the UK?**

Breakthrough (2019) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Breakthrough?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Breakthrough?**

Yes. Breakthrough can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Breakthrough on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Breakthrough 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/576687/breakthrough-2019
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/m9YYyRGsDbG0gIzuJos7h5SjbZl.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/576687/breakthrough-2019.json

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