# Where to watch Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red (2025) in the UK

> Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red (2025) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2025  
**Runtime:** 90 minutes  
**Genres:** Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T03:55:04.086Z)  

## Synopsis

Filmed live in Santiago, Chile across two sold-out nights, presented in stunning 4K and immersive surround sound. The film features the live performance as well as exclusive interviews with the band.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Holding%20Back%20the%20Years%3A%2040%20Years%20of%20Simply%20Red)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red for free in the UK?**

Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red (2025) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**Is Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red 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/1462888/holding-back-the-years-40-years-of-simply-red-2025
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/q9oLOguV9SLjEtZP6pO1eNWskzl.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1462888/holding-back-the-years-40-years-of-simply-red-2025.json

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