# Where to watch The Rector's Wife (1994) in the UK

> The Rector's Wife (1994) is available to watch free in the UK on Channel 4. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1994  
**Runtime:** 65 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 9.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T14:34:17.185Z)  

## Synopsis

Three-part dramatization of the novel by Joanna Trollope. A clergyman's wife shocks the church establishment and infuriates her husband by taking a job in a supermarket. She attracts the passionate interest of three very different men: a newly-appointed archdeacon; his younger brother, a philosopher and academic; and a wealthy businessman new to the village.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Channel 4](https://www.channel4.com/search?q=The%20Rector's%20Wife)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Rector's Wife for free in the UK?**

The Rector's Wife (1994) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.

**Are all seasons of The Rector's Wife 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 The Rector's Wife on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Rector's Wife 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?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/77060/the-rector-s-wife-1994
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- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/77060/the-rector-s-wife-1994.json

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