# Where to watch Arthur Hailey's Detective (2005) in the UK

> Arthur Hailey's Detective (2005) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2005  
**Runtime:** 171 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.8/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Drama, Mystery  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T14:35:23.358Z)  

## Synopsis

Detective Sergeant Malcolm Ainslie, a Catholic priest turned distinguished investigator for the police, has agreed to hear the confession of a convicted serial killer sentenced to death in a just a matter of hours. What he promises to reveal to Ainslie is the truth behind the crimes and the reason he confessed to the one crime Ainslie doesn't even believe he committed. What unfolds between the two men is a serpentine trail into both men's pasts based on the bestseller from master storyteller Arthur Hailey.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Arthur%20Hailey's%20Detective&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Arthur%20Hailey's%20Detective&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Arthur%20Hailey's%20Detective&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Arthur%20Hailey's%20Detective&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Arthur%20Hailey's%20Detective&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Arthur Hailey's Detective in the UK?**

Arthur Hailey's Detective (2005) 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 Arthur Hailey's 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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Arthur Hailey's Detective?**

Yes. Arthur Hailey's Detective can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Arthur Hailey's Detective on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Arthur Hailey's Detective 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/75075/arthur-hailey-s-detective-2005
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/aFpLV0nXLOJKkigukurFkKN1mSg.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/75075/arthur-hailey-s-detective-2005.json

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