# Where to watch A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (1977) in the UK

> A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (1977) is available to watch free in the UK on BFI Player. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1977  
**Runtime:** 92 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T14:01:07.129Z)  

## Synopsis

Bosco Hogan plays Joyce's alter-ego, Stephen Daedelus, growing up in Ireland in the early part of the 20th century, and at odds with the strictures of his Catholic home and family. The film charts his search for knowledge and understanding, during a decline in his family's circumstances, that leads him to revelations on the nature of art, beauty, and politics. However, his personal renaissance makes him feel unwelcome in his own country, and forces him to make a choice between exile as artist or staying and facing personal defeat.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BFI Player](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/155710-a-portrait-of-the-artist-as-a-young-man/watch?locale=GB)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man for free in the UK?**

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (1977) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BFI Player in the United Kingdom.

**Is A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man 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?**

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## Sources

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