# Where to watch The Regiment (1977) in the UK

> The Regiment (1977) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1977  
**Runtime:** 50 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T06:07:26.537Z)  

## Synopsis

First transmitted in 1977, this documentary follows three months in the life of the 1st Battalion of the Royal Green Jackets (also known as the Black Mafia) as they move from their Dover barracks for a tour of duty at the Tower of London. The Royal Green Jackets are light infantry, trained to move fast. Above all they are riflemen and take pride in their reputation of being thinking fighting soldiers.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

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

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

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

The Regiment (1977) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Regiment?**

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

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Regiment?**

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

The Regiment 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/958264/the-regiment-1977
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/aspagVq0Hd3J8BcbzmLIuKVWlGo.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/958264/the-regiment-1977.json

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