# Where to watch The Fear (1988) in the UK

> The Fear (1988) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-07T07:27:38.879Z)  

## Synopsis

The Fear is a five-part television drama produced by Thames Television subsidiary Euston Films for ITV. Broadcast from 17 February to 16 March 1988, the serial follows Carl Galton, the enterprising leader of a criminal gang running a protection racket in North London. Young and ambitious, Galton represents a new breed of criminal who seeks to expand his underworld empire and takes on the old East End firms. 1980s materialism clashes with old school London villainy as Galton rises to power, yet his ruthlessness carries a personal cost, especially on his wife Linda and best friend Marty.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Fear in the UK?**

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

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/22344/the-fear-1988
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