# Where to watch In the Custody of Strangers (1982) in the UK

> In the Custody of Strangers (1982) 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 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1982  
**Runtime:** 91 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.4/10  
**Genres:** Drama, TV Movie  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T21:23:53.638Z)  

## Synopsis

A teenage delinquent who goes on a drunken joyride is left in jail overnight by his parents in the hope that he might learn a lesson from it. But events follow which result in the boy spending far longer behind bars than anyone had foreseen.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=In%20the%20Custody%20of%20Strangers&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=In%20the%20Custody%20of%20Strangers&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=In%20the%20Custody%20of%20Strangers&i=instant-video)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=In%20the%20Custody%20of%20Strangers&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream In the Custody of Strangers in the UK?**

In the Custody of Strangers (1982) 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 In the Custody of Strangers?**

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 Amazon Video so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of In the Custody of Strangers?**

Yes. In the Custody of Strangers 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 In the Custody of Strangers on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

In the Custody of Strangers is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**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/193586/in-the-custody-of-strangers-1982
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/jD8jnxUguPvBqFDp7Bo5ULEXYPh.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/193586/in-the-custody-of-strangers-1982.json

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