# Where to watch Barbara (2012) in the UK

> Barbara (2012) is currently available to stream in the UK on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 105 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T06:38:31.350Z)  

## Synopsis

In 1980s East Germany, Berlin doctor Barbara is banished to a country medical clinic for applying for an exit visa. Deeply unhappy with her reassignment and fearful of her co-workers as possible Stasi informants, Barbara stays aloof, especially from the good-natured clinic head, Andre.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [MUBI](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/88284-barbara/watch?locale=GB)
- [MUBI Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbara&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Barbara)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbara&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Barbara)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Barbara&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Barbara in the UK?**

Barbara (2012) is currently included in subscriptions to MUBI and MUBI 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 Barbara?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Barbara?**

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

Barbara is currently included with: MUBI and MUBI 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/88284/barbara-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/i7yjITqgz5zSW1jJWzxfwQsyDeo.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/88284/barbara-2012.json

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