# Where to watch Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind (2020) in the UK

> Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind (2020) is currently available to stream in the UK on Gaia Amazon Channel. 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 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2020  
**Runtime:** 120 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.9/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:25:17.961Z)  

## Synopsis

Dr. Steven Greer’s previous works, SIRIUS and UNACKNOWLEDGED, broke crowdfunding records and ignited a grassroots movement. CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE FIFTH KIND features groundbreaking video and photographic evidence and supporting interviews from prominent figures such as Adam Curry of Princeton’s PEAR Lab; legendary civil rights attorney Daniel Sheehan, and Dr. Russell Targ, who headed the CIA’s top secret remote viewing program. Their message: For thousands of people, contact has begun. This is their story.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Gaia Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Close%20Encounters%20of%20the%20Fifth%20Kind&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/688335-close-encounters-of-the-fifth-kind/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/Close%20Encounters%20of%20the%20Fifth%20Kind)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind in the UK?**

Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind (2020) is currently included in subscriptions to Gaia Amazon Channel 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 Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind?**

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 Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind?**

Yes. Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind 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 Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Close Encounters of the Fifth Kind is currently included with: Gaia Amazon Channel.

**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/688335/close-encounters-of-the-fifth-kind-2020
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/R0rmE1wDbxMb2W0MyDE3HKPhOR.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/688335/close-encounters-of-the-fifth-kind-2020.json

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