# Where to watch The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012) in the UK

> The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012) 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 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2012  
**Runtime:** 99 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 4.9/10  
**Genres:** Western, Comedy, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T10:42:32.278Z)  

## Synopsis

Rex is an old man who is bitter about never becoming famous and having lived a life without any meaning. After suffering a stroke, he ends up in a nursing home staffed by Latin American immigrants. Put off by the situation, he focuses his energy on getting out, which places him at odds with the Latino workers. However, their relationship takes on new meaning when it is discovered that he once shook hands with Vicente Fernandez, a Mexican singer, producer and actor idolized throughout Latin culture. The employees soon begin to treat Rex like the celebrity he's always dreamed of being.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Man%20Who%20Shook%20the%20Hand%20of%20Vicente%20Fernandez&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Man%20Who%20Shook%20the%20Hand%20of%20Vicente%20Fernandez&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Plex](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/147764-the-man-who-shook-the-hand-of-vicente-fernandez/watch?locale=GB)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Man%20Who%20Shook%20the%20Hand%20of%20Vicente%20Fernandez&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Man%20Who%20Shook%20the%20Hand%20of%20Vicente%20Fernandez&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez in the UK?**

The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012) 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 Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez?**

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**Can I buy a digital copy of The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez?**

Yes. The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez 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 Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
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