# Where to watch Fanny and Alexander (1982) in the UK

> Fanny and Alexander (1982) is currently available to stream in the UK on Sky Go, BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Curzon Home Cinema or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1982  
**Runtime:** 188 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.8/10  
**Genres:** Fantasy, Drama, Mystery  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T18:35:12.599Z)  

## Synopsis

As children in the loving Ekdahl family, Fanny and Alexander enjoy a happy life with their parents, who run a theater company. After their father dies unexpectedly, however, the siblings end up in a joyless home when their mother, Emilie, marries a stern bishop. The bleak situation gradually grows worse as the bishop becomes more controlling, but dedicated relatives make a valiant attempt to aid Emilie, Fanny and Alexander.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Sky Go](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Fanny%20and%20Alexander)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/5961-fanny-och-alexander/watch?locale=GB)
- [BFI Player Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fanny%20and%20Alexander&i=instant-video)
- [Now TV Cinema](https://www.nowtv.com/search?q=Fanny%20and%20Alexander)
- [BFI Player Apple TV Channel](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Fanny%20and%20Alexander)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Fanny%20and%20Alexander)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fanny%20and%20Alexander&i=instant-video)
- [Curzon Home Cinema](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/5961-fanny-och-alexander/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Fanny%20and%20Alexander)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fanny%20and%20Alexander&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Fanny and Alexander in the UK?**

Fanny and Alexander (1982) is currently included in subscriptions to Sky Go, BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, and BFI Player Apple TV 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 Fanny and Alexander?**

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, Amazon Video, and Curzon Home Cinema so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Fanny and Alexander?**

Yes. Fanny and Alexander can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 Fanny and Alexander on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Fanny and Alexander is currently included with: Sky Go, BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

**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/5961/fanny-and-alexander-1982
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/q8jlA3Wc1Z987hNKRFA44g5OugC.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/5961/fanny-and-alexander-1982.json

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