# Where to watch The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce (1968) in the UK

> The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce (1968) is available to watch free in the UK on BFI Player. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1968  
**Runtime:** 5 minutes  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:30:16.671Z)  

## Synopsis

A distinctive animated short inspired by Irish folk tales, made with assistance from the BFI Production Board. Set “long ago when men lived in caves” this tells the tale of Ulick, a would-be king, banished from his realm for his violent and unholy deeds and forced to wander through Ireland and the furthest reaches of his own mind. Inspired by Irish folk tales, the story emerged from director and animator Gillian Lacey’s “train of thought” after reading Flann O’Brien’s "At Swim-Two Birds".

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1072188-the-wanderings-of-ulick-joyce/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce for free in the UK?**

The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce (1968) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**Is The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Wanderings of Ulick Joyce 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?**

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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/movie/1072188/the-wanderings-of-ulick-joyce-1968
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