Where to watch The Glitterball (1977) in the UK
The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from BFI Player. Last verified on 4 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
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When a group of small aliens accidentally abandons one of their own on Earth, adventurous kids Max and Pete stumble upon the "Glitterball" and attempt to return it to its mother ship. As the children learn more about the friendly alien and its magical powers, they must protect their new companion from an army corporal and a small-time thief who are both hunting the extraterrestrial for their own cruel purposes.
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Glitterball on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
Disney+
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Glitterball.
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Ben BucktonMax
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Ron PemberFilthy -
Keith JaynePete
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Marjorie YatesMrs. Fielding -
Barry JacksonMr. Fielding -
Leslie SchofieldRadar Operator -
Frank MillsSupermarket Manager -
Linda RobsonSupermarket Cashier
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The Glitterball — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Glitterball in the UK?
The Glitterball (1977) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Glitterball?
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 BFI Player so you can check the current price.
Is The Glitterball on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
Is The Glitterball on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
Is The Glitterball on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Glitterball (1977) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from BFI Player.
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.
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