# Where to watch Son Shine (2013) in the UK

> Son Shine (2013) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 6 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2013  
**Runtime:** 20 minutes  
**Genres:** Drama, Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 6 May 2026 (2026-05-06T04:57:06.366Z)  

## Synopsis

Son Shine, follows the story of 12 year old Hakeem Brown on the heels of his thirteenth birthday. Known in his neighborhood as the good kid, Hakeem is a honor student and an obedient son. However, things begin to change for Hakeem as he becomes aware of the political climate in his South Los Angeles Neighborhood during the announcement of the Rodney King verdict. Watching his neighborhood erupt into flames from his bedroom window, Hakeem disobeys his parents by joining the chaos of the riots. Now face to face with the realities of the uprising, Hakeem has to make the decision to be a part of the solution or to become a part of the problem.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/611062-son-shine/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Son%20Shine)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Son%20Shine&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Son%20Shine&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Son Shine for free in the UK?**

Son Shine (2013) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Son Shine?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Son Shine?**

Yes. Son Shine can be bought as a digital download from 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 Son Shine on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Son Shine 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/611062/son-shine-2013
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8SoZftb3ZYXflACmwevrgl4cCP2.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/611062/son-shine-2013.json

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