# Where to watch The Substance of Things Hoped For (2006) in the UK

> The Substance of Things Hoped For (2006) is available to watch free in the UK on Tubi TV. It can also be rented from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2006  
**Runtime:** 105 minutes  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T07:01:43.122Z)  

## Synopsis

After the death of her closest two friends, young Daphne Lessing suffers a loss of faith, then a lapse in memory. Confronted with a diagnosis of schizophrenia and a pregnancy she neither planned nor is able to explain, Daphne is forced into a terrible choice: lose her child or lose her mind. "The Substance of Things Hoped For" traces Daphne's desperate search for the past she cannot recall, the father she never had, and the child she may never know.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=The%20Substance%20of%20Things%20Hoped%20For+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Substance of Things Hoped For for free in the UK?**

The Substance of Things Hoped For (2006) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Tubi TV in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Substance of Things Hoped For?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Substance of Things Hoped For?**

Yes. The Substance of Things Hoped For can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Substance of Things Hoped For on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Substance of Things Hoped For is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film'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/movie/1028880/the-substance-of-things-hoped-for-2006
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/5BOu4qO04hlRXqAUOX3pldUZ5k8.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1028880/the-substance-of-things-hoped-for-2006.json

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