# Where to watch Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003) in the UK

> Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003) is available to watch free in the UK on BBC iPlayer. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV or bought from Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2003  
**Runtime:** 117 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.8/10  
**Genres:** Adventure, Action, Fantasy  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T12:51:28.406Z)  

## Synopsis

Off the coast of the volcanic island of Santorini, the intrepid archaeologist Lara Croft makes the unexpected discovery of a pulsating golden orb able to guide its holder to the mythical Pandora's Box. As the legendary artifact contains ancient mysteries of unfathomable power - said to contain one of the deadliest plagues on Earth, Lara is tasked by MI6 to make sure it doesn't fall into the wrong hands. With the aid of former Marine turned mercenary Terry Sheridan, she travels the world in pursuit of the precious item in a race against time; she must beat the unscrupulous Nobel Prize-winning scientist turned bioterrorist, Jonathan Reiss, to it.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [BBC iPlayer](https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search?q=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Lara%20Croft%3A%20Tomb%20Raider%20-%20The%20Cradle%20of%20Life+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life for free in the UK?**

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life?**

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 Rakuten TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life?**

Yes. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life can be bought as a digital download from Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, 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 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life 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?**

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/1996/lara-croft-tomb-raider-the-cradle-of-life-2003
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/ylIEGeAr2ygSClK4FDj9mi2Ah22.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1996/lara-croft-tomb-raider-the-cradle-of-life-2003.json

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