# Where to watch Twelve Monkeys (1995) in the UK

> Twelve Monkeys (1995) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1995  
**Runtime:** 129 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.6/10  
**Genres:** Science Fiction, Thriller, Mystery  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T00:44:52.848Z)  

## Synopsis

In the year 2035, convict James Cole reluctantly volunteers to be sent back in time to discover the origin of a deadly virus that wiped out nearly all of the earth's population and forced the survivors into underground communities. But when Cole is mistakenly sent to 1990 instead of 1996, he's arrested and locked up in a mental hospital. There he meets psychiatrist Dr. Kathryn Railly and the son of a famous virus expert who may hold the key to the Army of the 12 Monkeys; thought to be responsible for unleashing the killer disease.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Twelve%20Monkeys)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Twelve Monkeys for free in the UK?**

Twelve Monkeys (1995) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Twelve Monkeys on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Twelve Monkeys 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/63/twelve-monkeys-1995
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/gt3iyguaCIw8DpQZI1LIN5TohM2.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/63/twelve-monkeys-1995.json

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