# Where to watch Against the Tides (2018) in the UK

> Against the Tides (2018) is available to watch free in the UK on Rakuten TV. It can be bought from Apple TV Store and Sky Store. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 87 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T16:44:47.209Z)  

## Synopsis

The story of an extraordinary woman, marathon swimmer Beth French, attempting the world’s most extreme swimming challenge. Driven to be a role model for her autistic son, and by her battle with lifelong illness (ME), Beth confronts jellyfish, sharks, wild weather and reluctant skippers. But as her journey unfolds, dangers of the sea prove easier to conquer than upheavals of the heart.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Against%20the%20Tides)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Against%20the%20Tides)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Against%20the%20Tides)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Against the Tides for free in the UK?**

Against the Tides (2018) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Against the Tides?**

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

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

Against the Tides 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/587813/against-the-tides-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/5LYsRoKTS0Co9HUxdG7YuN0l74x.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/587813/against-the-tides-2018.json

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