# Where to watch The Kid Detective (2020) in the UK

> The Kid Detective (2020) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. 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 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2020  
**Runtime:** 99 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** Comedy, Drama, Mystery  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T09:35:56.699Z)  

## Synopsis

A once-celebrated kid detective, now 31, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity. Until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case, to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Kid Detective in the UK?**

The Kid Detective (2020) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Kid Detective?**

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 Kid Detective?**

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

The Kid Detective 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/720755/the-kid-detective-2020
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/2WrT8AZUcDicvf5m8KVgspQEHK3.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/720755/the-kid-detective-2020.json

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