# Where to watch Robert Burns: The People's Poet (2009) in the UK

> Robert Burns: The People's Poet (2009) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2009  
**Runtime:** 89 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T10:05:20.654Z)  

## Synopsis

Writer Andrew O'Hagan asks what made Robert Burns one of the world's favourite poets, as Scotland celebrates the 250th anniversary of the birth of one of its most famous sons. He travels through the landscape of modern Scotland in a poetic journey to the places that inspired Burns and to discover the story of his wild and dramatic life.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Robert%20Burns%3A%20The%20People's%20Poet)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Robert Burns: The People's Poet for free in the UK?**

Robert Burns: The People's Poet (2009) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Robert Burns: The People's Poet on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Robert Burns: The People's Poet 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?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/636583/robert-burns-the-people-s-poet-2009
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