# Where to watch The Mauritanian (2021) in the UK

> The Mauritanian (2021) is currently available to stream in the UK on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2021  
**Runtime:** 129 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T01:30:45.517Z)  

## Synopsis

The true story of the Mauritanian Mohamedou Ould Slahi, who was held at the U.S military's Guantanamo Bay detention center without charges for over a decade and sought help from a defense attorney for his release.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Mauritanian&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Mauritanian)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Mauritanian)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Mauritanian&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Mauritanian&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Mauritanian)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Mauritanian+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Mauritanian)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Mauritanian)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Mauritanian&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Mauritanian&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Mauritanian)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Mauritanian+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Mauritanian in the UK?**

The Mauritanian (2021) is currently included in subscriptions to Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Mauritanian?**

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, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Mauritanian?**

Yes. The Mauritanian can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Mauritanian on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Mauritanian is currently included with: Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

**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/644583/the-mauritanian-2021
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/lIADEa6oH74uUapjsPbNRzxus8M.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/644583/the-mauritanian-2021.json

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