# Where to watch Life Is Beautiful (1997) in the UK

> Life Is Beautiful (1997) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, and JustWatch TV or bought from Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 116 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.4/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T11:14:27.161Z)  

## Synopsis

A touching story of an Italian book seller of Jewish ancestry who lives in his own little fairy tale. His creative and happy life would come to an abrupt halt when his entire family is deported to a concentration camp during World War II. While locked up he tries to convince his son that the whole thing is just a game.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Life%20Is%20Beautiful)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Life%20Is%20Beautiful&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Life%20Is%20Beautiful)
- [JustWatch TV](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/637-la-vita-e-bella/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Life%20Is%20Beautiful)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Life%20Is%20Beautiful&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Life Is Beautiful in the UK?**

Life Is Beautiful (1997) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, and JustWatch TV and buy on Rakuten TV and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Life Is Beautiful?**

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 Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Life Is Beautiful?**

Yes. Life Is Beautiful can be bought as a digital download from Rakuten TV 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 Life Is Beautiful on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Life Is Beautiful 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/637/life-is-beautiful-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6tEJnof1DKWPnl5lzkjf0FVv7oB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/637/life-is-beautiful-1997.json

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