# Where to watch The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker (2014) in the UK

> The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker (2014) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2014  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T08:48:17.331Z)  

## Synopsis

Experience the excitement and beauty of world-class performances when the Bolshoi Ballet’s The Nutcracker is broadcast to select cinemas nationwide on Sunday, December 21. On Christmas Eve, Marie is given a wooden nutcracker carved in the shape of a little man. At midnight, when the celebrations are over, all the toys magically come to life. The nutcracker grows to human size and takes charge of the tin soldiers, flying to the rescue of Marie, who is threatened by the Mouse King and his army.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=The%20Bolshoi%20Ballet%3A%20%20The%20Nutcracker)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker for free in the UK?**

The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker (2014) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Bolshoi Ballet:  The Nutcracker 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/779365/the-bolshoi-ballet-the-nutcracker-2014
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/46qKeC1xson1CygAEj06i1iKdzE.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/779365/the-bolshoi-ballet-the-nutcracker-2014.json

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