# Where to watch The American War (2018) in the UK

> The American War (2018) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2018  
**Runtime:** 54 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T12:19:52.353Z)  

## Synopsis

Using obscure archival footage, animated illustrations and interviews, this film tells the story of the Vietnam War from the perspective of five Vietcong veterans: a soldier, an officer, an informant, a guerilla, a My Lai survivor, and the leader of the Long Hair army.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20American%20War)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20American%20War&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20American%20War+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20American%20War)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20American%20War&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20American%20War+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The American War in the UK?**

The American War (2018) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The American War?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The American War?**

Yes. The American War can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 The American War on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The American War 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/637454/the-american-war-2018
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/nLfxp1DbgxRbxQk0gGiCoHjXPzu.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/637454/the-american-war-2018.json

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