# Where to watch They Live (1988) in the UK

> They Live (1988) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 93 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.3/10  
**Genres:** Science Fiction, Action, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T14:33:51.271Z)  

## Synopsis

A lone drifter stumbles upon a unique pair of sunglasses that reveal aliens are systematically gaining control of the Earth by masquerading as humans and lulling the public into submission.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=They%20Live&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=They%20Live)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=They%20Live&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=They%20Live&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=They%20Live)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=They%20Live+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=They%20Live)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=They%20Live&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=They%20Live&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=They%20Live)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=They%20Live+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream They Live in the UK?**

They Live (1988) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel 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 They Live?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of They Live?**

Yes. They Live can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 They Live on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

They Live is currently included with: Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.

**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/8337/they-live-1988
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/ngnybFTuopfbfmmEeX9jjBQQmF6.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/8337/they-live-1988.json

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