# Where to watch Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005) in the UK

> Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2005  
**Runtime:** 109 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.1/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T10:21:28.096Z)  

## Synopsis

Takada, a Japanese fisherman has been estranged from his son for many years, but when the son is diagnosed with terminal cancer his daughter-in-law, Rie, summons him to the hospital. Through a series of obstacles and relationships, he is brought unexpectedly closer to both an understanding of himself and of his son.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Riding%20Alone%20for%20Thousands%20of%20Miles)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Riding%20Alone%20for%20Thousands%20of%20Miles&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Riding%20Alone%20for%20Thousands%20of%20Miles)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Riding%20Alone%20for%20Thousands%20of%20Miles&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles in the UK?**

Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video and buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles?**

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 and Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles?**

Yes. Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and 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 Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles 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/14226/riding-alone-for-thousands-of-miles-2005
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/shA3I9K9bjNVyFsefq73CxXsauQ.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/14226/riding-alone-for-thousands-of-miles-2005.json

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