# Where to watch The Stay Awake (1987) in the UK

> The Stay Awake (1987) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1987  
**Runtime:** 91 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Horror  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T20:39:26.002Z)  

## Synopsis

The ghost of a serial killer, executed for murdering students at a Catholic girls' school, returns to the school to take revenge on the current student body.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/85161-the-stay-awake/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Stay Awake for free in the UK?**

The Stay Awake (1987) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.

**Is The Stay Awake on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Stay Awake 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/85161/the-stay-awake-1987
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/yUfIen5cDDSgHLBtuclZ9p9GGkg.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/85161/the-stay-awake-1987.json

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