# Where to watch Old Bones of the River (1938) in the UK

> Old Bones of the River (1938) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can be bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1938  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T13:48:03.105Z)  

## Synopsis

Hay plays Professor Benjamin Tibbetts, representative of the Teaching & Welfare Institution for the Reformation of Pagans (otherwise known as T.W.I.R.P for short), and dedicated to spreading education amongst the natives of colonial Africa. As he arrives (still trying to learn the native language via recordings), Professor Tibbetts is tricked into sneaking a gin still into the country by a local prince. Later, Tibbetts makes his way to Kombooli High, where his students wear Eton collars alongside their native garb and Tibbetts finds himself sporting a mortarboard and safari shorts due to the heat. When the Commissioner falls ill with a dose of malaria, Tibbetts is forced to take over his duties, which include collecting the taxes. Upriver, he finds an old paddlesteamer operated by Harbottle (Moore Marriott) and Albert (Graham Moffatt) and the threesome rescue a baby from death by sacrifice.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Old%20Bones%20of%20the%20River&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Old Bones of the River in the UK?**

Old Bones of the River (1938) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Old Bones of the River?**

Yes. Old Bones of the River can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Old Bones of the River on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Old Bones of the River 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.
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