# Where to watch Lion vs. Lion (1981) in the UK

> Lion vs. Lion (1981) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 108 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Action, Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T22:40:26.080Z)  

## Synopsis

A teacher comes across a secret list of anti-Ching rebel names and quickly becomes a target for Ching loyalists. The Five Venom's actor Lo Meng teams up with kung-fu comedic actor Wang Yu to bring some of the best lion dancing action footage ever seen on film. The amazing lion dance sequences alone gives this film major historic significance where it's the first time Northern and Southern lion dancing skills are compared.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Lion%20vs.%20Lion)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Lion%20vs.%20Lion&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Lion%20vs.%20Lion+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Lion%20vs.%20Lion)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Lion%20vs.%20Lion&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Lion%20vs.%20Lion+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Lion vs. Lion in the UK?**

Lion vs. Lion (1981) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Lion vs. Lion?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of Lion vs. Lion?**

Yes. Lion vs. Lion can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, 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 Lion vs. Lion on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Lion vs. Lion 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/75833/lion-vs-lion-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6FLVq8qYynjF4DQwepZPWcx03Oh.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/75833/lion-vs-lion-1981.json

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