# Where to watch The Death of Richie (1977) in the UK

> The Death of Richie (1977) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1977  
**Runtime:** 96 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T09:51:39.106Z)  

## Synopsis

A sensitive but confused teenager feels pressure from all directions and turns to drugs, which causes problems for him in school and at home.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Death%20of%20Richie&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Death%20of%20Richie&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/138551-the-death-of-richie/watch?locale=GB)
- [Artiflix](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/138551-the-death-of-richie/watch?locale=GB)
- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Death%20of%20Richie&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

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

### Buy (digital download)

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

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Death of Richie in the UK?**

The Death of Richie (1977) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Death of Richie?**

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 Death of Richie?**

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

The Death of Richie is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/138551/the-death-of-richie-1977
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/u69vS6OeJauY8W7XkS9rn1Iiqx7.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/138551/the-death-of-richie-1977.json

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