# Where to watch Detachment (2011) in the UK

> Detachment (2011) 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 and Rakuten TV or bought from Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2011  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.6/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T09:16:50.731Z)  

## Synopsis

A chronicle of three weeks in the lives of several high school teachers, administrators and students through the eyes of substitute teacher, Henry Barthes. Henry roams from school to school, imparting modes of knowledge, but never staying long enough to form any semblance of sentient attachment.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Detachment&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Detachment&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Detachment)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Detachment)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Detachment)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Detachment)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Detachment)

## Frequently asked questions

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

Detachment (2011) 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 Detachment?**

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 and Rakuten TV so you can check the current price.

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

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

**Is Detachment on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Detachment 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/74308/detachment-2011
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/bC5H2dabnHrQJD1KmQUSUUeuCXU.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/74308/detachment-2011.json

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