# Where to watch Play It as It Lays (1972) in the UK

> Play It as It Lays (1972) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1972  
**Runtime:** 99 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T12:01:22.961Z)  

## Synopsis

Burned-out B-movie actress Maria, depressed and frustrated with her loveless marriage to an ambitious film director, Carter Lang, who would rather work on his career than on his relationship with her, numbs herself with drugs and sex with strangers. Only her friendship with a sensitive gay movie producer, B.Z., offers a semblance of solace. But even that relationship proves to be fleeting amidst the empty decadence of Hollywood.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Play It as It Lays in the UK?**

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**Is Play It as It Lays on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/84796/play-it-as-it-lays-1972.json

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