Where to watch Rick James in the UK
Find every Rick James film and TV show streaming, free, or available to rent in the UK. Updated daily — verified 16 May 2026.
James Ambrose Johnson Jr. (February 1, 1948 – August 6, 2004), better known by his stage name Rick James, was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, Rick James began his musical career in his teenage years. He was in various bands before entering the U.S. Naval Reserve to avoid being drafted into the Army. In 1964, James moved to Toronto, Canada, where he formed the rock band The Mynah Birds, who eventually signed a recording deal with Motown Records in 1966. James's career with the group halted after military authorities discovered his where…
Rick James films streaming in the UK
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- South Park (1997) as Rick James (voice)
- The A-Team (1983) as Rick James
- Behind the Music (1997) as Self
- Where Are They Now? (1999) as Self
- Chappelle's Show (2003) as Self
- Life (1999) as Spanky Johnson
- Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest (1972) as Self
- Rockpalast (1974) Cast
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996) Cast
- 101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Motown 40: The Music is Forever (1998) as Self
- Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever (1983) as Self
- Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 1979 (1978) as Self - Performer
- The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1979 (1979) as Self
- I'm Rick James: The Definitive DVD (2009) Cast
- Rick James: Super Freak Live 1982 (1982) Cast
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Rick James's films and TV shows are available across UK streaming services. Click any title in the filmography below to see exactly which UK service has it — Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+, BBC iPlayer, ITVX, NOW, Sky, MUBI and more — updated daily.
What are Rick James's most popular films?
Most-watched Rick James films currently: Life (1999), 101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment (2003), Motown 40: The Music is Forever (1998), Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever (1983), Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James (2021).
What TV shows has Rick James appeared in?
Selected TV credits: South Park (1997), The A-Team (1983), Behind the Music (1997), Where Are They Now? (1999), Chappelle's Show (2003).
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