# Where to watch Cry, the Beloved Country (1951) in the UK

> Cry, the Beloved Country (1951) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1951  
**Runtime:** 103 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.3/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T13:14:12.987Z)  

## Synopsis

In the back country of South Africa, black minister Stephen Kumalo journeys to the city to search for his missing son, only to find his people living in squalor and his son a criminal. Reverend Misimangu is a young South African clergyman who helps find his missing son-turned-thief and sister-turned-prostitute in the slums of Johannesburg.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country&c=movies)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Cry%2C%20the%20Beloved%20Country+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Cry, the Beloved Country in the UK?**

Cry, the Beloved Country (1951) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel 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 Cry, the Beloved Country?**

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, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Cry, the Beloved Country?**

Yes. Cry, the Beloved Country can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Cry, the Beloved Country on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Cry, the Beloved Country is currently included with: Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.

**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/173893/cry-the-beloved-country-1951
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/8inNsImz4yRfjGUkBzO6urIBM5A.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/173893/cry-the-beloved-country-1951.json

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