# Where to watch Aliens (1986) in the UK

> Aliens (1986) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1986  
**Runtime:** 137 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Action, Thriller, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-05T19:04:33.987Z)  

## Synopsis

Ripley, the sole survivor of the Nostromo's deadly encounter with the monstrous Alien, returns to Earth after drifting through space in hypersleep for 57 years. Although her story is initially met with skepticism, she agrees to accompany a team of Colonial Marines back to LV-426.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Disney Plus](https://www.disneyplus.com/search?q=Aliens)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Aliens)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Aliens)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Aliens&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Aliens in the UK?**

Aliens (1986) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus 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 Aliens?**

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, and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Aliens?**

Yes. Aliens 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 Aliens on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Aliens is currently included with: Disney Plus.

**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/679/aliens-1986
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/r1x5JGpyqZU8PYhbs4UcrO1Xb6x.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/679/aliens-1986.json

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