# Where to watch Nutcracker: The Motion Picture (1986) in the UK

> Nutcracker: The Motion Picture (1986) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1986  
**Runtime:** 85 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.7/10  
**Genres:** Family, Fantasy, Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T02:12:35.125Z)  

## Synopsis

In this Pacific Northwest Ballet performance, it is Christmas Eve and festivities are underway. Clara is excited when her godfather arrives with a bag full of gifts, one of which is an intriguing wooden nutcracker. That night, while the household sleeps, Clara visits the Christmas tree to inspect her nutcracker and soon finds herself immersed in a dream world both dark and enchanting.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Nutcracker%3A%20The%20Motion%20Picture+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Nutcracker: The Motion Picture in the UK?**

Nutcracker: The Motion Picture (1986) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Nutcracker: The Motion Picture?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of Nutcracker: The Motion Picture?**

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

Nutcracker: The Motion Picture is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/71316/nutcracker-the-motion-picture-1986
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/rEskWZgPj4SCkTMJPDCYxP94CB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/71316/nutcracker-the-motion-picture-1986.json

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