# Where to watch Traffik (1989) in the UK

> Traffik (1989) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1989  
**Runtime:** 315 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 7.6/10  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T01:33:40.074Z)  

## Synopsis

Traffik is a 1989 British television serial about the illegal drugs trade. Its three stories are interwoven, with arcs told from the perspectives of Afghan and Pakistani growers and manufacturers, German dealers, and British users. It was nominated for six BAFTA Awards, winning three. It also won an International Emmy Award for best drama.

The 2000 crime drama film Traffic, directed by Steven Soderbergh, was based on this television serial. In turn, the 2004 American television miniseries Traffic was based on both versions.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Traffik)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Traffik for free in the UK?**

Traffik (1989) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.

**Are all seasons of Traffik on the same service?**

Not always — TV licensing is sometimes negotiated season by season. ScreenSearch shows availability across all seasons on the title's page; for season-specific availability, look at the season picker inside the search dialog.

**Is Traffik on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Traffik is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this TV series'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/tv/13253/traffik-1989
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/9GSiTblI86N5gQKbBEY2QsdlreW.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/13253/traffik-1989.json

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