The Manchurian Candidate (1962) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch The Manchurian Candidate (1962) in the UK

The Manchurian Candidate (1962) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, and Sky Store. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

When you've seen it all, you'll swear there's never been anything like it!

Near the end of the Korean War, a platoon of U.S. soldiers is captured by communists and brainwashed. Following the war, the platoon is returned home, and Sergeant Raymond Shaw is lauded as a hero by the rest of his platoon. However, the platoon commander, Captain Bennett Marco, finds himself plagued by strange nightmares and soon races to uncover a terrible plot.

  • Film
  • 1962
  • 126 min
  • 7.5/10 TMDB
  • Thriller
  • Drama

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THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE - Original Theatrical Trailer

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The Manchurian Candidate — frequently asked questions

Where can I stream The Manchurian Candidate in the UK?

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The Manchurian Candidate is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

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