# Where to watch Fortean TV (1997) in the UK

> Fortean TV (1997) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1997  
**Runtime:** 22 minutes per episode  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Seasons:** 3  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T05:10:15.433Z)  

## Synopsis

Fortean TV was a British paranormal documentary television series that originally aired from January 29, 1997 to March 6, 1998 on Channel 4. Produced by Rapido TV, the program features anomalous phenomena and the paranormal. It was based upon the Fortean Times magazine and was presented by Reverend Lionel Fanthorpe. Fortean TV ran for 3 series. The three seasons comprised: 22 half-hour episodes, plus a final hour-long family Christmas special.

Series 1 contained 9 unique episodes, broadcast on Wedneday evenings, with a final tenth "Best Of" the following week to round off the season.

Series 2 contained 8 unique episodes, beginning again the following January, broadcast now on Friday evenings.

Fortean TV Uncut - a short four-episode adult spin-off series with unseen material from the previous two series as well as new items - immediately followed, now back on Wedneday evenings.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Fortean%20TV&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Fortean TV in the UK?**

Fortean TV (1997) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Fortean TV?**

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

**Are all seasons of Fortean TV 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 Fortean TV on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Fortean TV 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/15266/fortean-tv-1997
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/e0k9oa9cbPW2KNNdqfJUXbGSxmB.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/15266/fortean-tv-1997.json

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