# Where to watch The Story of Lovers Rock (2011) in the UK

> The Story of Lovers Rock (2011) is currently available to stream in the UK on BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2011  
**Runtime:** 97 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Music, Family  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T00:45:05.376Z)  

## Synopsis

In the 70s and 80s Britain was rife with racial tension and police harassment particularly against black British youths. These youths were the rebel generation who were also searching for an identity. They created a music - a sub genre of reggae known as Lovers Rock. This music became a global brand through artists like UB40 and Maxi Priest. The music brought a level of intimacy between young people that was unique. It was also 'girl power' music that empowered a generation of young women. Through comedy, live performance, dance, interviews and archive the film takes you back to an untold era of British cultural, music and political history.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/113089-the-story-of-lovers-rock/watch?locale=GB)
- [BFI Player Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock&i=instant-video)
- [BFI Player Apple TV Channel](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/113089-the-story-of-lovers-rock/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Story%20of%20Lovers%20Rock&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Story of Lovers Rock in the UK?**

The Story of Lovers Rock (2011) is currently included in subscriptions to BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent The Story of Lovers Rock?**

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 Apple TV Store and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Story of Lovers Rock?**

Yes. The Story of Lovers Rock can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 The Story of Lovers Rock on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Story of Lovers Rock is currently included with: BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and BFI Player Apple TV Channel.

**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/113089/the-story-of-lovers-rock-2011
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/wu4dImuKsAhI3tH5mTQ9HsShb6z.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/113089/the-story-of-lovers-rock-2011.json

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