# Where to watch The Great Escaper (2023) in the UK

> The Great Escaper (2023) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, BFI Player, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2023  
**Runtime:** 96 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.6/10  
**Genres:** History, Drama, War  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T19:05:24.939Z)  

## Synopsis

In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Great%20Escaper)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper&c=movies)
- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/944194-the-great-escaper/watch?locale=GB)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Great%20Escaper+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Great%20Escaper)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Great%20Escaper)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Great%20Escaper+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Great Escaper for free in the UK?**

The Great Escaper (2023) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Great Escaper?**

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, Google Play Movies, BFI Player, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Great Escaper?**

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

The Great Escaper 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/944194/the-great-escaper-2023
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/50rOFWgFUsCw3zfwSKXcdglh3Ji.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/944194/the-great-escaper-2023.json

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