# Where to watch The Honorary Consul (1983) in the UK

> The Honorary Consul (1983) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Rakuten TV. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1983  
**Runtime:** 104 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.9/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T22:56:44.763Z)  

## Synopsis

Set in a small politically unstable Latin American country, the story follows the half English and half Latino Dr. Eduardo Plarr, who left his home to find a better life. Along the way he meets an array of people, including British Consul Charley Fortnum, a representative in Latin America who is trying to keep Revolution from occurring. He is also a remorseful alcoholic. Another person the doctor meets is Clara, whom he immediately falls in love with, but there is a problem: Clara is Charley's wife.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/69007-the-honorary-consul/watch?locale=GB)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Honorary%20Consul)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Honorary%20Consul)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Honorary%20Consul)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Honorary Consul for free in the UK?**

The Honorary Consul (1983) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Rakuten TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Honorary Consul?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Honorary Consul?**

Yes. The Honorary Consul can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Honorary Consul on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Honorary Consul 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/69007/the-honorary-consul-1983
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/zSkNhwE6yiAN9CknSXzxAjOUKW9.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/69007/the-honorary-consul-1983.json

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