# Where to watch Batteries Not Included (1971) in the UK

> Batteries Not Included (1971) is available to watch free in the UK on YouTube Free. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1971  
**Runtime:** 5 minutes  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T15:19:54.910Z)  

## Synopsis

This is a stop-motion, 16mm film starring G.I. Joe and Barbie made by Joseph Sciorra in 1971 when he was a sixteen-year-old student in Brooklyn's South Shore High School with a grant from the Young Filmmakers Foundation. It was screened at New York City's Museum of Modern Art.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [YouTube Free](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Batteries%20Not%20Included+film)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Batteries%20Not%20Included)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Batteries%20Not%20Included&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Batteries%20Not%20Included&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Batteries%20Not%20Included)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Batteries%20Not%20Included+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Batteries%20Not%20Included)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Batteries%20Not%20Included&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Batteries%20Not%20Included&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Batteries%20Not%20Included)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Batteries%20Not%20Included+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Batteries Not Included for free in the UK?**

Batteries Not Included (1971) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on YouTube Free in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Batteries Not Included?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Batteries Not Included?**

Yes. Batteries Not Included can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Batteries Not Included on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Batteries Not Included 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/1208085/batteries-not-included-1971
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1208085/batteries-not-included-1971.json

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