# Where to watch Red August in the UK

> Red August is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 7 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Runtime:** 82 minutes  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 7 May 2026 (2026-05-06T23:54:56.713Z)  

## Synopsis

Unreleased film by Hu Jie, shot between 2009 and 2016, editing completed in November 2023. This film takes as its central thread the experiences of Mr. Yao Jianfu and his parents during “Red August,” in the early period of the Cultural Revolution, and uses interviews with former Red Guards as a secondary line. Together, these elements present the Red Guard movement in the initial stage of the Cultural Revolution.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

No current UK streaming, rental, or purchase listings were found for Red August in our daily-updated TMDB feed. The title may be on physical media only, awaiting UK release, or in a temporary licensing gap.

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Red August in the UK?**

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**Is Red August on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Red August 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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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1607890/red-august
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/jBulBM7Ys1YFM7qGGY4OWN0DT5z.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1607890/red-august.json

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