# Where to watch A Simple Life (2012) in the UK

> A Simple Life (2012) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player or bought from Apple TV Store. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 118 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 4 May 2026 (2026-05-04T05:55:59.566Z)  

## Synopsis

After suffering a stroke, an altruistic maid announces that she wants to quit her job and move into an old people's home.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/91186/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=A%20Simple%20Life)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Simple Life in the UK?**

A Simple Life (2012) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player and buy on Apple TV Store in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent A Simple Life?**

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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of A Simple Life?**

Yes. A Simple Life can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is A Simple Life on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Simple Life 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/91186/a-simple-life-2012
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/pL0mtka6FKRtlEX6jM9OteDjlTi.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/91186/a-simple-life-2012.json

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