# Where to watch The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) in the UK

> The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video and Sky Store or bought from Amazon Video and Sky Store. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2007  
**Runtime:** 112 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.6/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T13:31:55.122Z)  

## Synopsis

Jean-Dominique Bauby, editor-in-chief of French fashion bible Elle magazine, has a devastating stroke at age 43. The damage to his brain stem results in locked-in syndrome, with which he is almost completely paralyzed and only able to communicate by blinking an eye. Bauby painstakingly dictates his memoir via the only means of expression left to him.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Diving%20Bell%20and%20the%20Butterfly&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Diving%20Bell%20and%20the%20Butterfly)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=The%20Diving%20Bell%20and%20the%20Butterfly&i=instant-video)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=The%20Diving%20Bell%20and%20the%20Butterfly)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Diving Bell and the Butterfly in the UK?**

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (2007) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and Sky Store and buy on Amazon Video and Sky Store in the United Kingdom.

**How much does it cost to rent The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?**

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 and Sky Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?**

Yes. The Diving Bell and the Butterfly can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video and Sky Store in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is The Diving Bell and the Butterfly on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly 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/2013/the-diving-bell-and-the-butterfly-2007
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/6NkJ4gnLrvLj0PZDW6sNM85JMbj.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/2013/the-diving-bell-and-the-butterfly-2007.json

---

Generated by [ScreenSearch](https://www.screensearch.co.uk/) — a free UK-focused tool that answers "where can I watch this in the UK?" for any film or TV show. No accounts, no signup.