# Where to watch Candide or The Optimism in the 20th Century (1960) in the UK

> Candide or The Optimism in the 20th Century (1960) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1960  
**Runtime:** 88 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:13:34.329Z)  

## Synopsis

Charming and innocent, Candide is vigorously chased away by the Baron, for his close encounters with the pretty Cunégonde. World War II breaks out, and when he is drafted and taken prisoner, he is forced to take German nationality and ends up guarding the camp where he was imprisoned. He crossed into Switzerland, but as he had no bank account, he was incarcerated for eight days for trespassing. Hunted by the Gestapo, he kills two men to free Cunégonde, who has finally been found. They both flee to Argentina, and their world tour begins. In Paris, Moscow, New York, Borneo and Alexandria. They try to follow Dr. Pangloss' optimistic rule of life. Tossed about, separated, they find themselves grown old and wiser, thinking only of cultivating their garden on the shores of the Mediterranean.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Candide or The Optimism in the 20th Century in the UK?**

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