Where to watch The Great Escape (1963) in the UK
The Great Escape (1963) is currently available to stream in the UK on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
Put a fence in front of these men... and they'll climb it!
The Nazis, exasperated at the number of escapes from their prison camps by a relatively small number of Allied prisoners, relocate them to a high-security 'escape-proof' camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the prisoners plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II. Based on a true story.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Great Escape.
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Steve McQueenHilts 'The Cooler King' -
James GarnerHendley 'The Scrounger' -
Richard AttenboroughBartlett 'Big X' -
James DonaldRamsey 'The SBO' -
Charles BronsonDanny 'Tunnel King' -
Donald PleasenceBlythe 'The Forger' -
James CoburnSedgwick 'Manufacturer' -
Hannes MessemerVon Luger 'The Kommandant'
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The Great Escape — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Great Escape in the UK?
The Great Escape (1963) is currently included in subscriptions to MGM Plus Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Great Escape?
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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, and Sky Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Great Escape?
Yes. The Great Escape can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Great Escape on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The Great Escape is currently included with: MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
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