# Where to watch Deep Impact (1998) in the UK

> Deep Impact (1998) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1998  
**Runtime:** 121 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.2/10  
**Genres:** Action, Drama, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T11:13:03.542Z)  

## Synopsis

A seven-mile-wide space rock is hurtling toward Earth, threatening to obliterate the planet. Now, it's up to the president of the United States to save the world. He appoints a tough-as-nails veteran astronaut to lead a joint American-Russian crew into space to destroy the comet before impact. Meanwhile, an enterprising reporter uses her smarts to uncover the scoop of the century.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Deep%20Impact)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Deep Impact for free in the UK?**

Deep Impact (1998) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Deep Impact?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of Deep Impact?**

Yes. Deep Impact can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, 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 Deep Impact on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Deep Impact 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/8656/deep-impact-1998
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/a3vQS7JKqlOb3MdVJHuTCP9s7Mg.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/8656/deep-impact-1998.json

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