# Where to watch His Name Is Bob (2012) in the UK

> His Name Is Bob (2012) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 116 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Documentary, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 9 May 2026 (2026-05-09T07:24:36.367Z)  

## Synopsis

Bob is a 54-year-old man who has spent his life defying the odds. This is his story. He has been betrayed, abandoned, beaten and abused. Through all of this darkness, Bob's light continues to shine.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/611234-his-name-is-bob/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/His%20Name%20Is%20Bob)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=His%20Name%20Is%20Bob+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch His Name Is Bob for free in the UK?**

His Name Is Bob (2012) 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 His Name Is Bob?**

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, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of His Name Is Bob?**

Yes. His Name Is Bob can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, 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 His Name Is Bob on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

His Name Is Bob 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/611234/his-name-is-bob-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/cgsbfkpPeVqKqnV26Xop1coborr.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/611234/his-name-is-bob-2012.json

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