# Where to watch The Thief of Bagdad (1940) in the UK

> The Thief of Bagdad (1940) is currently available to stream in the UK on ITVX Premium. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1940  
**Runtime:** 107 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Fantasy, Romance  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T08:48:09.853Z)  

## Synopsis

When Prince Ahmad is blinded and cast out of Bagdad by the nefarious Jaffar, he joins forces with the scrappy thief Abu to win back his royal place, as well as the heart of a beautiful princess.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [ITVX Premium](https://www.itv.com/search?query=The%20Thief%20of%20Bagdad)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Tubi TV](https://tubitv.com/search/The%20Thief%20of%20Bagdad)
- [ITVX](https://www.itv.com/search?query=The%20Thief%20of%20Bagdad)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Thief%20of%20Bagdad&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Thief%20of%20Bagdad&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Thief of Bagdad in the UK?**

The Thief of Bagdad (1940) is currently included in subscriptions to ITVX Premium 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 Thief of Bagdad?**

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 so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Thief of Bagdad?**

Yes. The Thief of Bagdad 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 The Thief of Bagdad on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Thief of Bagdad is currently included with: ITVX Premium.

**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/12232/the-thief-of-bagdad-1940
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8Fs29JYTOkDluTXgbvLRIaps6PO.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/12232/the-thief-of-bagdad-1940.json

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