# Where to watch The Magnet City (2012) in the UK

> The Magnet City (2012) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex and Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 89 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T21:19:38.450Z)  

## Synopsis

The film shows the lives of four foreign musicians from different backgrounds and musical genres that after visiting the City of Rio de Janeiro, ended up falling in love with the city, choosing it to live in and becoming typical cariocas.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/812415-the-magnet-city/watch?locale=GB)
- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Magnet%20City)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Magnet%20City&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Magnet%20City&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Magnet City for free in the UK?**

The Magnet City (2012) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex and Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Magnet City?**

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 The Magnet City?**

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

The Magnet City 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/812415/the-magnet-city-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/9nM6emvFW8z1cPbETj4IObOoKYy.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/812415/the-magnet-city-2012.json

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