# Where to watch Behaving Badly (1989) in the UK

> Behaving Badly (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:** 60 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 4.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T11:47:50.858Z)  

## Synopsis

Behaving Badly is a 1989 British television serial directed by David Tucker. The teleplay by Catherine Heath and Moira Williams is based on Heath's novel of the same name. It was initially broadcast by Channel 4. The series was released on DVD in 2005.

The plot focuses on Bridget Mayor, a middle-aged housewife and part-time teacher who is forced to re-evaluate her life when her husband of twenty years abandons her for a younger woman.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=Behaving%20Badly)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Behaving Badly for free in the UK?**

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

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

Behaving Badly 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/15533/behaving-badly-1989
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/u3chI7iMRknm2itDPCddfZyOQOH.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/15533/behaving-badly-1989.json

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